
Jessica Smith on Engineering and Public Accountability in Energy Industries
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Engineering Identity and Corporate Culture
This chapter delves into the complex relationship between personal identity and the institutional culture within the engineering community, focusing on the impact of corporate branding and decision-making models. It highlights the social dynamics and ethical challenges engineers face in the energy sector, especially during the fracking boom, and critiques the concept of corporate personhood in relation to engineering ethics and consultancy practices.
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