Engineers seek to aid communities in need

By signing the memorandum they hope to increase the contribution, and further promote the role of engineering, technology and innovation in fighting poverty, promoting sustainable development and providing a better life for all people.

Paul Jowitt, ICE president, said: ‘Engineering, technology and innovation are crucial in the fight against poverty, in rebuilding disaster-stricken communities and in the mitigation of climate change. By uniting on this common cause we can strengthen our impact and make a real difference to those in need.

‘Issues of global water security, increasing population, urbanisation and climate change mean the world we live in is changing rapidly and we require innovative solutions to meet these new challenges.’

The three objectives of the agreement are: to develop engineering, technology and innovation capabilities to respond to communities in need; to engage with government, industry and civil society to increase awareness of the positive impact of engineering in the development of society; and promote internationally accepted good practice.