Why Earth Needs Engineers: Problem Solving for People and the Planet
Language: English
Published by Orca Book Publishers, 2026
- Hardcover
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- Title
- Why Earth Needs Engineers: Problem Solving for People and the Planet
- Author
- Liang, Helen
- Publisher
- Orca Book Publishers
- Publication year
- 2026
- Condition
- New
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 1459840569
- ISBN 13
- 9781459840560
- Illustrator
- Wong, Victor
The world is facing some of the biggest challenges it has ever encountered.
From natural disasters and soil contamination to overpopulation and loss of animal biodiversity, it can be hard to have hope for the future. Enter engineers! For thousands of years, engineers have been working on solutions to keep our planet clean. Why Earth Needs Engineers explores the birth of environmental engineering and how engineers provide innovations for a healthier planet. Engineers all over the world are working to create renewable energy, provide clean and effective modes of transportation, minimize the effects of the climate crisis and pollution and explore space for the benefit of future generations. The solutions are there, so let's engineer a greener future!
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About the Author
Helen Liang is the author of Why Communities Need Engineers: Helping Humans Live Together, a book exploring the vital role of engineering in communities. She earned her bachelor of applied science degree in civil engineering from the University of British Columbia and an associate certificate in technical writing with distinction from the British Columbia Institute of Technology. She is passionate about volunteering in her community and church, and enjoys hiking, writing and lifelong learning.
Victor Wong is an award-winning illustrator residing near Toronto. His illustration style is bright, colorful, graphic and utilizes bold shapes. Growing up in rural Nova Scotia sparked Victor's passion for drawing and doodling. He was inspired by weekly comic store visits with his dad, early morning cartoons and ridiculous storytelling with action figures. Not much has changed since then; he still loves drawing superheroes and animals. When he's not illustrating, Victor enjoys kayaking, photography, building things, mystery novels and well-put-together poke bowls.
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