Integrate sustainable principles throughout the project lifecycle, such as renewable energy sources and responsible waste management practices to reduce environmental impact.

Design engineers are encouraged to move beyond compliance with legislative mandates to design for future needs.

Change is inevitable and those who lead the charge will be better positioned as the future unfolds. Embrace sustainability and adaptation in your work to foster innovation, sustainability and forward thinking so that the profession continues to evolve and adapt.

Questions to ask yourself

  1. Have I integrated low-carbon and sustainable practices into the project?
  2. Have I used resources in a sustainable and efficient way while still meeting any resilience objectives?
  3. What steps can I take to minimise waste and promote environmentally responsible re-use, recycling, and disposal?

For further information about the nine actions, view Practice Note 32 – The role of the engineer