Work in Sustainable Development
EWB is a non-profit humanitarian organisation, which aims to educate engineers about their future role and responsibilities within the developing world. EWB seeks to bridge the gap between ‘well-meaning students and skilled professionals’ by providing structured volunteer placements in collaboration with various NGO’s. Placements are available to students and graduates up to four years after their graduation.
EWB-UK also provides:
Presentations and seminars
Training Courses
UK based research
Overseas placements
The UK and International web sites have links to vast amounts of information regarding sustainable engineering and technological advances.
This is a brief summary of some possible starting points for up-to-date information regarding career opportunities in sustainable development for engineers and architects. Many of these contacts also offer links to overseas development projects and placements, which collaborate with local NGO’s.
Bamboo Scaffolding - Malaysia
The Green Jobs Strategy is an initiative by Forward Scotland to support sustainable design. It aims to assist organisations to increase awareness of sustainability and to adopt appropriate strategies.
There is a lot of information available about materials and their use, as well as links to a wide range of organisations.
Centred around architecture but a considerable resource regarding overseas work programmes and development competitions
Launched in 2005, it is a drive to develop a sustainable future in all areas of society. Global events are planned.
There is a lot of information available about materials and their use, as well as links to a wide range of organisations.
SGR has put together a set of resources to help scientists and engineers to gain an understanding of ethical issues in science, design and technology.
Also look at the Video wiki/blog site developed by the Engineering for Developing Communities Program (EDC) at the University of Colorado and PlanetMind. This site provides a collection of already published short videos illustrating a wide range of sustainable and appropriate solutions for developing (and developed) communities worldwide. You will find innovative ideas, tools, cutting edge programs, case studies, and initiatives in the areas of education, health, energy, water, sanitation, etc.
Introduction
Engineers Without Borders
Engineering for Developing Communities
Green Jobs Strategy
United Nations Decade of Education for Sustainable Development
International Union of Architects, UIA
Scientists & Engineers for Social Responsibility (AESR)
