Engineering is about creating a better world.
We need passionate engineers working hard to create a cleaner and healthier world. We have to make sure that each decision we make – each product we produce – is helping us move towards that.
No, it is not easy. It is actually really difficult. It means forcing ourselves to reevaluate the "norms", to look at every decision we make in the light of the world around us. It means taking responsibility for our products, and fighting for what we believe in. It means constantly searching for better solutions.
I call it environeering: engineering for a better environment.
An environeer wants to change the world, and can. They live for energy savings, cleaner technology, recycling, water saving and much more. They are constantly seeking ways to create better products. They talk passionately about the world and how we impact on it. It is all about moving forward and embracing our passion for the world we live in. Most importantly, they care about people.
I want to get to know all the environeers out there. I want to talk to you, engage with you, and together work towards a happier, healthier life for everyone.
Let's start talking – contact me.
Absolutely. Engineers justifiably get a bad rap when they fail to go back to the 'why' of engineering solutions. And we fail all too often. That's why I enjoy working on projects with non-engineers: it reminds me of a wider purpose and helps me undo some of the conservatism that is built into engineers' training. As you say, it's all about people.
ReplyDeleteI'm all for the concept, not sure about the name though, why not greengineer, (Green-Gin-Near). Equally as bad probably.
ReplyDeleteCheck out my blog, I'd love to discuss/collaborate... there's not too many engineers blogging about this stuff (yet?).
Unfortunately, Greengeneering is a trademarked phrase.
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