The role of engineers in framing national policy responses to Australia's climate crisis

Kevin, T

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The role of engineers in framing national policy responses to Australia's climate crisis

Date

2010

Authors

Kevin, T

Publisher

Engineers Media Pty Ltd

Abstract

This paper explores two public policy questions: (i) what particular professional insights and values might engineers contribute to present public debates on Australia's climate crisis? (ii) how might the education of engineers be enhanced, to sharpen their insights and maximise their contribution?