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Make sure you and your organisation keep efforts on track by attending Sustainability in Engineering Week (23-27 September), the latest in the Engineering Futures webinar series. Featuring presentations and Q&As with engineering, manufacturing and sustainability specialists, the free sessions will provide you with the expert knowledge you need to tackle the challenges ahead.
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Seven different sessions will cover a wide range of relevant topics, from the role of hydrogen to technical developments in the advanced manufacturing sector. Here’s what you can expect to find throughout the week.
The role of hydrogen in a sustainable energy system: engineering challenges
Join Cranfield University for an exploration of how hydrogen can revolutionise the engineering landscape and drive sustainability. The expert panel will delve into the opportunities and challenges of using hydrogen as a fuel source, and its applications in civil aviation, the chemical industry, and power generation.
Monday 23 September, 11am-12pm
Cutting methane emissions: flare reduction and fugitive emission control
A panel from TÜV Rheinland Industrial Services will discuss practical strategies to significantly cut methane emissions in the oil and gas industry in this dynamic and informative webinar. This session will provide actionable insights and expert advice on minimising methane leaks and unnecessary flares, helping you achieve both environmental and regulatory goals.
Monday 23 September, 1-2pm
Rethinking information management for project success
Effective information management is the cornerstone of successful projects within the engineering sector. As the volume of data generated continues to rise significantly, it is imperative to utilise advanced tools and strategies that optimise engineering processes and enhance overall productivity. Join Ideagen Mail Manager and TFMoran as they share insights on best practices in information management, highlighting the critical role of email management in elevating project efficiencies and ensuring seamless collaboration across teams.
Monday 23 September, 3-4pm
Sustainability-driven innovation
Join Tom Festa, director of Recharged Heritage, to hear how carbon accounting, the rising use of digital tools and roadmaps to net zero are driving significant innovations in engineering and manufacturing companies. This webinar examines how both long established companies and start-ups navigate the path to net zero, assessing their respective strategies, technological advancements, and overall viability.
Tuesday 24 September, 11am-12pm
Integrating equity, diversity and inclusion: the key to sustainable engineering
Moderator Poppy Harrison, mechanical engineer at AtkinsRéalis, will be joined by engineers from Viridian Solar, RED Engineering Design and Watkins Payne in this session, which will discuss panellists’ roles in sustainability, their experiences, and why ED&I is core to developing a more sustainable engineering world.
Wednesday 25 September, 11am-12pm
The road to sustainable manufacturing: bringing engineers together to harness technology
In this session, IMechE president Dr Clive Hickman OBE will assess the challenges in the current sustainability landscape, both in the UK and internationally. Looking at the ongoing technical developments in the advanced manufacturing sector and their potential to drive change, he will also discuss the role of engineers in realising these opportunities – and IMechE in bringing them together.
Wednesday 25 September, 3-4pm
Innovate UK: sustainability for the materials, manufacturing and digital communities
Join the Reimagining Materials & Manufacturing and Made Smarter Innovation programmes for an interactive session on sustainability initiatives supported within Innovate UK. Three business experts will share their cutting-edge insights and case studies demonstrating the benefits of advanced low-carbon manufacturing in creating a more sustainable, productive, and resilient manufacturing landscape.
Thursday 26 September, 11am-12pm
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