Although paper-based money may now seem the norm, historically the concept of money and its medium has been changing drastically throughout human history. The earliest examples of money included shells, leather, or grain. In 1821, England became the first country to officially implement the gold standard. Fast-forward over 200 years, and the Bank of England, like many other economies’ central banks, are developing a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). William Lovell, Head of Future Technologies at the Bank England shares their insight into digital currencies, and how CBDCs can enable a sustainable future.

Global Engineering Futures hosted a sustainability networking event on the River Thames, London in collaboration with The Sustainable Place, and 2020Change.

On the 8th March 2021 to celebrate International Women’s day, Global Engineering Futures will be hosting an international event led by female leaders across the world who are championing sustainable development including for full representation of women in engineering, and wider society.

Global Engineering Futures founded in 2019 with volunteers across 20 countries. It's aim is to engage individuals globally to collaborate towards a sustainable future. Global Engineering Futures was co-founded by Imperial College London based Thomas Kavanagh, Ethan Errington, and David Wickham who review the progress that has been made in the past year.