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Distinguished Engineers Receive Multi-Disciplinary Recognition at AAES Awards Banquet

Submitted by toni.griffin on Jun 8 2018

RESTON, Va. - The American Association of Engineering Societies (AAES) will recognize six professionals for their considerable contributions to engineering at an awards banquet April 23, 2018 at the National Academy of Sciences in Washington, D.C.

"These award winners have advanced the profession of engineering, and by doing so advanced the public good," said Randy S. Over, P.E., AAES Chair. "It is an honor for AAES to highlight the excellent work each of these individuals is doing."

The 2018 award recipients are as follows:

June 16-21 in Vancouver is Resources for Future Generations 2018 (RFG2018)

Submitted by toni.griffin on May 29 2018

Resources for Future Generations 2018 (RFG2018) is taking place this month and we couldn't be more excited to take part. You will likely recognize the names of many of our colleagues and the sector's thought-leaders getting behind this event, and for good reason. As the premier event aiming to bring us all together to tackle issues around the sustainable use, extraction and management of earth's resources, this discussion couldn't come at a more critical time.

Resources for Future Generations 2018 Preliminary Program has been Released

Submitted by toni.griffin on Apr 27 2018

We've been excited about the Resources for Future Generations 2018 conference but reading through the Preliminary Program has got us inspired!

RFG2018 aims to provide participants with a program that will explore six vital and inter-related themes that are multidisciplinary in nature: the Earth, Energy, Minerals, Water, Resources and Society, and Education and Knowledge.

AIME Council of Excellence Seeks Member Input on Innovation

Submitted by toni.griffin on Apr 15 2018

The purpose of the American Institute of Mining, Metallurgical, and Petroleum Engineers (AIME) Council of Excellence is to review current and emerging technologies which have potential in other disciplines, identify technology gaps, advocate for research, and advise AIME on potential funding needs, external engagement or recognition for these efforts.

Resources for Future Generations 2018: Thought-Leadership

Submitted by toni.griffin on Apr 3 2018

The Resources for Future Generations 2018 Program Schedule has been released and it boasts an impressive line-up of speakers covering an engaging and provocative number of panels, debates, thematic keynotes, and public lectures.

Some of the topics that will be discussed include: