Women engineers collaborate to create climate-conscious communities

Ana Blanco; Eftychia Koursari; Kara Laing; Paula McMahon; Lynda Murchie; Susan Robson; Rebecca Wade

doi:10.1007/978-3-031-95890-8_4

Women engineers collaborate to create climate-conscious communities

Ana Blanco^*
, Eftychia Koursari
, Kara Laing
, Paula McMahon
, Lynda Murchie
, Susan Robson
, Rebecca Wade

^*Corresponding author for this work

Department of Built Environment and Life Sciences

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Abstract

This chapter highlights how women engineers and the Women’s Engineering Society Climate Emergency Group are advancing the agenda of sustainable community development and explores the underlying reasons for women’s strong engagement in climate change issues. Furthermore, the chapter examines the evolving landscape of professional activism, particularly with the integration of AI technologies. Pursuing sustainable communities remains a complex and dynamic endeavour, where diverse perspectives and innovative approaches are crucial in shaping a more sustainable future. The chapter underscores the transformative potential of both collective and individual actions, and the importance of communication and education in driving these efforts.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Women in AI and sustainability
Editors	Alina Patelli, Anikó Ekárt
Place of Publication	Cham
Publisher	Springer
Pages	81-103
Number of pages	23
ISBN (Electronic)	9783031958908
ISBN (Print)	9783031958892, 9783031958922
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-95890-8_4
Publication status	Published - 25 Nov 2025

Publication series

Name	Women in engineering and science
Publisher	Springer
ISSN (Print)	2509-6427
ISSN (Electronic)	2509-6435

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 4 Quality Education
SDG 13 Climate Action

Keywords

Women engineers
Climate change
Collaboration
Communication

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Women engineers collaborate to create climate-conscious communities

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