The extent of alignment of infrastructure projects with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): A case study of Indonesia’s National Strategic Projects Infrastructure is the backbone of economic and social development – transport connects workers to their jobs, schools and hospitals provide...
Barriers and adoption of sustainable construction methods in developing contexts: Rammed Earth in Zimbabwe Infrastructure development plays a critical role in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs); however, it also contributes significantly to global emissions. Low-income countries...
Using machine learning, computer vision, and remote sensing to monitor earthquake recovery Natural disasters have claimed thousands of lives, affected millions, and caused trillions in damage over the past two decades (Ritchie, Rosado, and Roser, 2024). While effective disaster management is...
Quantifying the implications of poor installation practices in solid wall insulation retrofits The UK's existing solid-wall homes significantly contribute to the nation's climate, economic, and social challenges. While retrofitting these homes with solid wall insulation (SWI) offers significant...
Overcoming barriers to decarbonising the defence estate: An enalysis of GHG abatement on an RAF estate Global warming is expected to surpass 1.5°C by 2035, potentially reaching 2.2-3.5°C by 2050, intensifying climate impacts (IPCC, 2023). The UK aims for net zero emissions by 2050, with the...
Cultural bridges – Infusing indigenous perspectives into infrastructure planning and development Infrastructure development in Australia is seen as a key enabler of economic growth, leading to positive societal outcomes such as increased employment, productivity and enhanced quality of life as well...
Prospects for a just transition within agricultural production systems in South Africa Agriculture is a significant driver of global environmental change and the disruption of natural ecosystems. In South Africa, widespread adoption of conventional agricultural practices has profoundly impacted the...
Advancement of the energy sector and its implication for sustainable development in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka, a tropical island with abundant renewable energy resources, faces energy security challenges and financial constraints. The country has set ambitious targets, such as achieving 70% renewable...
Reconciling household water insecurity metrics: Insights from Nepal Traditional water insecurity metrics often fail to account for lived experiences with water insecurity. This study explores two research questions around improving water insecurity metrics: 1. How can the HWISE (Household Water...
A sustainability assessment framework for the energy transition: Nigeria as a case study The global imperative to curb greenhouse gas emissions, founded upon the sustainable development mandate, is driving a transition from fossil-based energy systems to net-zero-carbon energy systems. To...
The need to engage in better problem definition through careful dialogue with all stakeholder groups and a proper recognition of context.
Perspectives
An ability to work with specialists from other disciplines and professional groups acknowledging that technical innovation and business skills also must be understood, nurtured and combined as precursors to the successful implementation of sustainable solutions.
Change
An understanding of mechanisms for managing change in organisations so future engineers are equipped to play a leadership role.
Tools
An awareness of a range of assessment frameworks, sustainability metrics and methodologies such as Life Cycle Analysis, Systems Dynamics, Multi-Criteria Decision making and Impact Assessment.
