SYNOPSIS

Engineers have a vital role to play in guarantying the success of the sustainable development, that is taking place now. The scope of work and also the responsibilities of engineers are not the same as they used to be during the conventional development period. These engineers, often regarded as the ‘next generation of engineers’ are entrusted to ensure that they meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs Every decision or move that a modern day engineer makes, has to take into account various aspects such as safety, health, environment, sustainability and also performance in ensuring economic viability. Which aspect is worth prioritizing is decided based on the ethical value close to their hearts and interest of stakeholders.

Come and join this sharing session to understand better the roles and responsibility of engineers towards Green Technology and Low Carbon Foot Print in achieving sustainable development goals.


SPEAKER BIODATA

Mr Ismail Abdullah obtained his Bachelor in Quantity Surveying from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia in 1985 and started his career in 1986 as a contract engineer in the tele-communications field and quickly rose to managerial level. In 1992, he joined the Oil & Gas Industry and served with Oil & Gas companies for 14 years as a Contract and Commercial Manager. Thereafter, he served as a Business Development Director of Nalco Chemical Industries Malaysia Sdn Bhd for 2 years mainly procuring international O&G chemical contracts within the ASEAN region. At the same time, Ismail has also been a shareholder and director of several companies dealing in information technology and the natural gas vehicle (NGV) industry often developing and advising business ventures in these fields. Since 2009 to date, Ismail has helmed his own private limited company, Green Depot Technology Sdn Bhd specializing in energy conservation and carbon management consultancy work, among others. He has also worked extensively with the Malaysian federal and state governments in an advisory capacity. Currently, he is the President& CEO of International Green Training Centre, a certified green training center by Ministry of Human Resource Malaysia. He is also a green syllabus content developer and certified master training for sustainability practices


NOTE
• FREE OF CHARGE (FOC) for ALL
• in collaboration with Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malayia (UPNM), Engineers Australia Malaysia Chapter (EAMC)
and Institute of Mechanical Engineers Malaysia Branch (IMechE)