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Education needs to prepare young people for the green jobs of the future! Just one of the ways in which it needs to adapt and improve.

How can school-age education help prepare future engineers to work in a climate-changed world? Our new introduction paper, created with Cambridge Zero, is designed to help advance #ClimateChangeEducation in schools and bridge the gap to future engineering jobs. ✅ Developed by engineering and education experts, this paper describes ways to upskill and motivate school-age students to become engineers, while examining how climate change-related research and teaching can be embedded into Cambridge curricula and resources for students aged 3 to 19.  🗞️ Learn about how we're helping to empower engineers of the future: https://cambrid.ge/3ZDjTSM #ReadyForTheWorld

I'm excited to share that I've begun my research and dissertation for my MSc Mechanical Engineering with Management at Queens University Belfast. Research Focus: "Exploring Carbon Emissions Reporting Discrepancies in the Global South: Challenges and Policy Implications for Climate Action" Under the guidance of Dimitrios Pappas, I'll investigate carbon emissions reporting practices, identify discrepancies, and analyze policy implications for climate action. Research Objectives: 1)Investigate carbon emissions reporting in the Global South 2)Identify challenges and discrepancies 3)Analyze policy implications 4)Develop recommendations for improved reporting frameworks Why this topic matters: Accurate reporting is crucial for climate action, and the Global South faces unique challenges. #MScResearch #QueensUniversityBelfast #MechanicalEngineering #Sustainability #ClimateAction #CarbonEmissions #GlobalSouth #Research #Dissertation #AcademicLife

DTU focus on creating sustainable change through research, teaching and our campuses. Therefore, the campus we use should reflect this goal and inspire change, writes Dean Christine Nellemann in a feature article. “That’s why we make our facilities available as a living laboratory. Students, researchers and relevant stakeholders such as authorities and businesses can use DTU’s facilities to develop and test new sustainable technologies,” says Christine Nellemann, Dean of Sustainability, Diversity and International Cooperation at DTU: “For us, allowing space for this kind of experimental innovation promotes sustainability as the driving force of the University. The aim is to motivate us within the University and inspire the surrounding society to follow suit.” Read more https://l.dtu.dk/3LSVVuS Læs mere https://l.dtu.dk/3LWiUFm The feature article is for a baton series at the Technical University of Munich, and the question she answers is posed by Alyssa Gilbert, Director of Innovation at Grantham Institute - Climate Change and the Environment: "How do others in the academic sector make sure their actions match their other activities?" #DTUdk #TechnologyForPeople #Engineering #EngineeringStudents #Sustainability   

I’ll be joining North Carolina State University this Spring 2025 as a Ph.D. student under the supervision of Dr. Jun Liu. My research will focus on nano-scale thermal transport for energy storage, and conversion. In light of First-Generation College Student Day (November 8th), I want to reflect on the journey that led me here. Being the first in my family to pursue higher education (Ph.D.), I understand the challenges that come with navigating unfamiliar paths. Each step in this journey has been an opportunity to grow, and I’m grateful for the support and encouragement I’ve received along the way (Dr. Hayri Sezer ,FireGY, Georgia Southern College of Engineering & Computing, Georgia Southern University). My spotlight project centers around Li-ion battery safety and recycling: - Thermal Runaway Mitigation: Preventing overheating and fire risks in Li-ion batteries is crucial for both consumer safety and environmental sustainability. - Recycling Solutions: Exploring innovative ways to recycle Li-ion batteries to reduce waste and recover valuable materials is equally important. This includes Pyro, Hydro, and Direct Recycling methods (as illustrated in the figure by ReCell Advanced Battery Recycling, Image: ReCell). Together, let’s work toward a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future. #LithiumIonBatteries #BatteryRecycling #SustainableEnergy #ThermalRunaway #FirstGenStudent #FirstGenCOE #PhDStudent #NCStateUniversity #BatterySafety #LiIon

Do you ever wonder what impact university projects have on the community and students? CSU's Dr. Sam Bechara shares some insight into how CSU's engineering students are "Engineering with Purpose." This thoughtful article, published in IEEE Pulse, discusses the impact community service-based projects have on future engineers while also providing students with a sense of giving back. https://lnkd.in/gDH3CVKd

IGS is thrilled to announce fall Campus Climate Lab project funding. In partnership with BU Sustainability and Boston University Office of Research, IGS awarded funding for five new and continuing CCL projects to improve sustainability on Boston University's campus. Teams include students, faculty, and staff from Boston University College of Engineering, Boston University College of Arts & Sciences, Boston University - Frederick S. Pardee School of Global Studies (Pardee School), who will advance projects to: 💡 Reduce residential electricity usage 🌲 Explore Nature-based Solutions to build climate change resilience 🎒 Monitor classroom air quality 🏫 Analyze energy storage solutions for all-electric buildings 👕 Reduce microplastic emissions from laundry http://spr.ly/6040tIPto

Yesterday, I attended the Royal Academy of Engineering’s 2025-30 strategy discussion. Representing Connect Northumberland (which has received funding from the Academy), I had the pleasure of joining this important strategy session focused on their 2025-30 vision. Hosted at The Common Room, the event brought together leaders from engineering, policy, and education to discuss ways the Academy can drive societal impact in the North East. Key discussion points included addressing skills shortages and the need to better engage young people, families, and schools in engineering pathways; enhancing regional impact with a focus on AI, quantum computing, and resilience in systems and infrastructure; strengthening industry-academia collaboration to support innovation, particularly in climate action and decarbonisation; and building a cohesive strategy for the North East that aligns with regional priorities and the Mayor’s vision. It was inspiring to see the commitment from everyone in the room—not only to tackle these challenges but to leverage the North East's unique strengths in the engineering field. I felt genuinely proud of Connect Northumberland, as the impact we are having on employers in Northumberland is a real step in the right direction, helping to start solving some of these pressing issues. And check out four of the multiple women in the room leading change—a great win for the Academy and the engineering sector having so many incredible woman in the room! #ConnectNorthumberland #RAE #EngineeringFuture #NorthEastInnovation #WorkforceDevelopment #DigitalTransformation #SkillsForTheFuture #RegionalGrowth

This summer, IMAP is funding two of the Boston University Institute for Global Sustainability summer fellows – and they’re off to a great start! Adham Badawy will be looking at how to use treated wastewater for irrigation in drought-stricken areas, using the novel concept of a “wastewatershed.” This information will help IMAP's investor audience better mitigate against climate-induced water security risks within their portfolios. Brian Sousa will enhance IMAP’s Corporate Carbon Risk project with his research to integrate health impacts and water consumption alongside the cost and emission-reduction potential of utility-scale renewable energy projects. https://lnkd.in/eB_4rk_9 #ClimateChange #Emissions #wastewater #carbon

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded $1.2M to #TEESresearch for a project led by Dr. Garth V. Crosby, aiming to prepare middle and high school teachers to excel in teaching engineering concepts. This initiative addresses the vital need for skilled engineering educators in secondary classrooms. Upon graduation, students will be qualified STEM professionals who are well-equipped to teach students who represent the full spectrum of talent for the next generation of engineers. Read more: tx.ag/CrosbyEducate Department of Engineering Technology & Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M University #STEMeducation #SecondaryEducation #Engineering