Collection

2012 EDI

Authors

James K. Ligh

, communicator, visionary BUILDING STRONG® 15 Summary Engineering skills/competencies vital for soft power  Technical expertise (glue) to Connect the dots  3-D (Defense, Diplomacy, Development)  “Whole of government” approach  Effects based (watch out for unintended consequences) Capacity development • Engineering skills! • Water, food, health, energy …..nexus • Sustainable solutions: life-cycle management • “Green” facilities: environmentally sensitive ->compliant • Its about people! Engineering education • Balance sound technical skills with soft