It may often feel overwhelming for civil engineers to understand the size and scope of the decarbonisation challenge and how to tackle it. In this Tech Talk, Lewis Barlow, infrastructure decarbonisation specialist, breaks down the carbon challenge into ten points, considering how engineers can have an impact.

Learning outcomes

After watching this video, you will:  

• Understand the imperative for engineers to think and act differently in the face of the climate crisis
• Understand some key terms and phrases commonly used in discussions about the climate crisis and carbon reduction
• Have a better idea of the governance, standards and guidance in the UK surrounding climate change
• Have some ideas about what your role as a civil engineer is in tackling the climate crisis