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Title: IMPORTANCE AND IMPACT OF ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION STUDY PROGRAMMES IN HEIS
IMPORTANCE AND IMPACT OF ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION STUDY PROGRAMMES IN HEIS

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Raul Pascalau; Laura Iosefina Smuleac; Petru Eugen Merghes; Cosmin Salasan; Adrian Smuleac
10.5593/sgem2024v/4.2/s21.59
10.5593/sgem2024v/4.2
1314-2704
978-619-7603-77-4
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•    Prof. DSc. Oleksandr Trofymchuk, UKRAINE •    Prof. Dr. hab. oec. Baiba Rivza, LATVIA
Education, Training, and Capacity Building in Geosciences
In today's fast-changing world, the link between engineering and environmental protection is very important for higher education institutions (HEIs). As global issues like climate change, resource loss, and biodiversity decline grow, there is an urgent need for professionals who have both technical skills and environmental awareness. These academic programs help create a skilled workforce that can design solutions focusing on ecological sustainability and promote teamwork, connecting engineering and environmental sciences. Therefore, HEIs should focus on combining engineering with environmental studies, as this approach leads to innovation and social responsibility, which are essential for tackling complicated ecological challenges. This enhances their educational experience and prepares graduates with the viewpoint needed to understand environmental stewardship within engineering. Importantly, these initiatives inspire students to see themselves as positive change-makers who can support sustainable practices in different industries. The value of these study programs goes beyond the classroom; they significantly impact societal perspectives on engineering and environmental ethics. As graduates leave HEIs with a solid grasp of both fields, they can shape policy decisions, lead corporate sustainability efforts, and help communities resist environmental harm. The benefits of this education can create a more informed public ready to tackle environmental challenges, making sure that the push for sustainability continues even after students graduate. Thus, merging engineering and environmental protection disciplines at HEIs is not just an academic task but a crucial commitment to building a sustainable future.
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Support was also received by the project Horizon Europe (HORIZON) 101071300 - Sustainable Horizons -European Universities designing the horizons of sustainability (SHEs).
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IMPORTANCE AND IMPACT OF ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION STUDY PROGRAMMES IN HEIS
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