Can the “sand motor” save West Africa’s eroding coast?
As sea levels rise, engineers are using massive Dutch-inspired sand sculptures to protect shorefront settlements.
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Why green energy will be key to rebuilding Ukraine
Two Ukrainian engineers share the impacts of their collaboration and their vision for a sustainable post-war Ukraine.
“Say yes to opportunities”: Anna Quillinan’s message to female engineers
In a special feature for International Women’s Day, Anna Quillinan shares how problems of energy and environment will only be ...
What engineers need to know about climate-related financial disclosures
The way companies need to report on finances is changing. A lawyer breaks down what engineers should know about upcoming ...
Smart connected platforms for advanced project control
When the Victorian government decided to build an integrated transport system for its growing population in 2019, it merged three ...
Beyond one percent – how digitalisation is accelerating Australia’s journey to net-zero
The rapid deployment of digitalisation across multiple industry sectors is required to help Australia meet, and even exceed, its challenging ...
The future of global methane in four graphs
Reducing methane emissions is an essential part of the energy transition. Here are four graphs that explain the possible future ...
A prefab building revolution can help resolve both the climate and housing crises
The world faces a shortage of housing and a climate emergency. These urgent issues call for quick action and innovative ...
Economic solutions to water scarcity problems
As water takes centre stage at COP28, we look at some of our local challenges and how an economic lens ...
Everyone cares about the environment — until it’s time to pay for it
What lessons can we learn from the campaign to remove lead from petrol that can be applied to fighting climate ...
