The Urgency of Climate Change Solutions PostedNovember 9, 2023 Climate change affects us all. We need to act decisively, urgently, and equitably if we are to minimize the negative impacts of climate change and pave the way for a more sustainable future. Read More
The Future of Engineering PostedMay 15, 2023 Anniversaries are a time to ask: “What more can we do?” “What issues should we address?” “What actions should we take?” “What partnerships should we build to advance the academy toward synergizing science, engineering and medicine?” Read More
Engaging the Public in the Mobility Electrification Revolution PostedApril 13, 2023 Electrification will play an important role for the transportation industry in meeting net-zero carbon goals. Read More
International Outreach for Secure and Sustainable Energy PostedDecember 15, 2022 Linking energy security to sustainable development is an international challenge that requires international cooperation. Read More
Philanthropy: Wellspring of the NAE’s Work and Impacts PostedNovember 28, 2022 This unprecedented $100 million multiyear campaign will firmly position the National Academy of Engineering to achieve its vision, mission, and strategic plan, while ensuring its capacity to continue as the trusted source of engineering advice for creating a healthier, more secure, more equitable, more sustainable, and joyful world. Read More
John L. Anderson Global Challenges Addressed by Engineering and Technology DateNovember 4, 2022 SubjectGlobal Challenges Addressed by Engineering and Technology On Friday, November 4, I had the pleasure of delivering the keynote address at the University of Miami’s Global Challenges Addressed by Engineering and Technology Symposium. Held in recognition of the College of Engineering’s 75th Anniversary, the daylong symposium also marked Miami Engineering Day through a proclamation by Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava. Speaker: John L. Anderson (National Academy of Engineering) Read More
Engineering the Transition to Net-Zero Carbon Emissions https://www.nationalacademies.org/news/2022/09/engineering-the-transition-to-net... PostedOctober 7, 2022 How engineers – and NAE in particular – can support the national and global transition to net-zero carbon emissions.
Engineers are the talent pipeline to lead Energy Transitions PostedAugust 17, 2022 The urgency and necessity of greatly reducing greenhouse gas emissions is the focus of the 2022 NAE Annual Meeting. Read More
Looking Ahead with the Philippines PostedJuly 18, 2022 The NAE recognizes the importance of engaging internationally to share knowledge, collaborate, and promote understanding of complex systems thinking to advance the impact of engineering across the globe. Read More
The 2022 Graduating Class of Engineers: Bold Agents of Change PostedJune 28, 2022 This year’s graduating engineers have an opportunity to be bold agents of change. Read More
An unforgettable 2022 NAE National Meeting PostedMay 13, 2022 There are exciting happenings at the NAE, and I would like to share news from the recent NAE National Meeting at the Beckman Center in Irvine, CA. Read More
Engineering for Inevitable Surprises https://academic.oup.com/pnasnexus/article/1/1/pgac014/6569120 PostedApril 19, 2022 To engineer resilient communities requires anticipation of and diligent planning for inevitable surprises, and a fundamental appreciation of people, systems, and culture—the guiding themes of the National Academy of Engineering's programs.
Preparing for leadership is key for future engineers NAE President John Anderson discussed the future of engineering at University of Florida Leader in Residence program. Thu, March 17, 2022 “Emphasizing leadership at the undergraduate level in engineering is critical for success,” said John L. Anderson, president of the National Academy of Engineering (NAE). During Engineers Week 2022, he visited and spoke to students, faculty, and university leaders in the University of ... Read More
Engineering's Unique Role in S&T Policy Wed, February 16, 2022 A 21st century science and technology policy that works to solve society’s problems must fully incorporate engineering’s unique perspectives, write National Academy of Engineering President John L. Anderson and NAE member William S. Hammack in an article they co-authored for Issues in Science and ... Read More
President's Perspective Climate Change: A Defining Challenge for Science, Engineering, and Medicine Nations gathered at the COP26 meeting in Glasgow ( https://ukcop26.org ) last month to grapple with the devastating global impacts of climate change. How we minimize the impacts going forward and how we adapt to the changes in ways equitable to all humans and other living things that share this ... AuthorAmanda C. Staudt and John L. Anderson Release dateWinter 2021 Volume51 Number4 Read More
John L. Anderson President's Address DateOctober 2, 2021 SubjectPresident's Address Welcome to the National Academy of Engineering's 2021 annual meeting. I’m John Anderson, president of the NAE, and it is my honor to address this very distinguished gathering and celebrate the introduction of our new members—the class of 2021. Speaker: John L. Anderson (National Academy of Engineering) Read More
Engineering Responses to Climate Change Fri, September 24, 2021 NAE President John Anderson sat down to talk about the contributions engineers — and NAE in particular — can make to mitigating and adapting to climate change. Read More
Summit on Addressing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Anti-Racism in 21st Century STEMM Organizations https://www.nationalacademies.org/event/06-29-2021/addressing-diversity-equity-i... PostedJuly 16, 2021 Watch the recent Summit on Addressing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism In 21st Century STEMM Organizations.
111KB Steve Bechtel—An Appreciation Steve Bechtel became the first chair of the NAE in 1982 to bring the perspective of industry to NAE leadership. He passed on March 15, 2021. Steve was incredibly generous to the NAE and instrumental in raising the NAE’s initial endowment. Below is an appreciation of Steve based on his own words as published in 2003 by the NAE in ‘A Century of Innovation’. PostedJuly 15, 2021
Why Social Science? Because Engineering Is Intended to Benefit Society https://ssri.psu.edu/news/why-social-science-because-engineering-intended-benefi... PostedMarch 29, 2021 Why introduce the social sciences into engineering education and practice? The intent of engineers is to “do good” – to improve the quality and security of life.