The Breaking Silos series continues with Serena Gough (ICE) and Helena Du-Roe (CIWEM) exploring how infrastructure can deliver people-positive environments.
The landscape of civil engineering in the UK is undergoing a significant transformation.
Traditionally, the focus has just been on functional infrastructure.
The emphasis is now on creating spaces that actively benefit people, developing a more vibrant and sustainable future for our communities.
This prioritises human experience and wellbeing, moving beyond simply building structures to crafting spaces that enhance lives.
There are many ways to put people's needs at the heart of infrastructure. Head over to CIWEM’s website to find out what they are.
The Breaking Silos series
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