Across every sector, from manufacturing to transportation, energy to construction, the race toward a net zero future is reshaping how we work, produce, and consume. These industries have powered global growth for decades, but now, they must also lead the way in securing a sustainable future.
The scale of the challenge is immense. Achieving a greener future will require more than incremental changes—it demands bold, transformative ideas. In this second episode of four looking at shortlisted entries to the Engineering Matters Awards, we’re looking at ways to make industry cleaner and more efficient. Whether that’s in construction, transport, materials or even valves, these entries are all helping deliver a net zero world.
Guests
Matt Lamb, Senior Design Engineer, Hiperenergy, Aureos (formerly Keltbray)
Dan Summerbell, Chief Solutions Officer, CarbonRe
Christoph Birkl, CEO, Brill Power
Melissa Giusti, Principal Innovation Advisor, National Highways
Peter Toxopeus, Fleet Development Manager, Fugro
David Tindall, Global Product Owner, Land Equipment, Fugro
Mohammed Khan, CEO, Immaterial
George Hunter, Head of Sale, Carnot
Anne Franzas, Global Product Manager, Circularity, Drives Division, ABB
Dave Hawley, Global Head of Sales, Low Voltage Motors, ABB
Heikki Vepsäläinen, President, Large Motors and Generators, ABB
Brendan Hegerty, Director of Marketing and Sustainability, Oxford Flow
Joachim Knapp, CEO, Anker Tech
