Book review: Modern building design: Evidencing changes in engineering and design practice

Oliver Broadbent and James Norman call for a rethink of engineering education to meet the needs of an industry adapting to the demands of the climate emergency.

This month's letters consider the roles of engineers and architects, embodied carbon calculations and a circular economy for steel, among other topics.

Mike Fordyce is impressed by this new book from IStructE Past-President David Blockley, which sets out the value of engineers to society and explores the challenges that lie ahead for them in an uncertain future.