August brought another diverse mix of ideas, experiences and thought‑provoking discussions to the EngX community. Last month’s highlights ranged from rethinking industrial waste and exploring the future of broadcasting to examining how engineers can turn insight into action on complex projects. Alongside these blogs, members continued to share expertise across the forums, tackling topics from renewable energy and EV infrastructure to AI and the future of engineering practice. Together, they showcase the breadth of knowledge and curiosity that makes EngX such a valuable place to learn, connect and collaborate.
Blogs worth a read
Industrial Waste Passports: can better data unlock a circular future?
What if we treated waste as the start of a new value chain rather than the end of an old one? This thought‑provoking blog by Dr. Mohammad Harris explores the concept of an Industrial Waste Passport: a digital record that captures information about how, where and why waste is generated, helping engineers make better decisions about reuse, recycling and recovery. The post raises important questions about data, AI, circular economy principles and the role engineers can play in reducing waste before it occurs. If you're interested in sustainability, manufacturing or resource efficiency, this is a fascinating read: Why Stop at the Digital Product Passport: Should Industrial Waste Have a Passport of Its Own?
FIFA 2026: record audiences, record revenues and a watershed moment for broadcasting
This insightful blog from regular blogger and contributor Amal Punchihewa takes a closer look at how the 2026 FIFA World Cup is reshaping the broadcast landscape. Exploring the balance between traditional broadcasting, streaming platforms and public service media, the article examines how audiences are consuming major sporting events and what that means for the future of content distribution. From record‑breaking viewing figures to evolving business models, it's an engaging look at the intersection of technology, media and audience behaviour. FIFA 2026: Record audiences, record revenues, a watershed moment for broadcast and streaming
The gap between seeing a problem and fixing it
We all spot issues before they become major problems, but what happens when that insight never turns into action? This blog from Ahmed Elfaraskoury explores the difference between monitoring and control in project delivery, arguing that successful project controls are about enabling decisions, not simply reporting the past. Through a series of practical reflections, the author challenges readers to think differently about risk, priorities and the role of project controls in driving better outcomes. If you've ever wondered why some projects identify problems early but still struggle to avoid them, this is well worth a read. The Gap Between Seeing a Problem and Fixing It
Discussions that sparked conversation
A Gravity Turbine Idea
A deceptively simple question sparked an engaging discussion around energy generation, engineering practicality and the challenges of evaluating new ideas. Community members shared technical feedback, challenged assumptions and offered constructive insights, demonstrating the collaborative problem-solving that sits at the heart of the EngX community. Add your thoughts to the discussion: A gravity turbine idea
Can AI Make Britain's Electricity Grid Smarter?
This discussion explores how digital twins, AI and advanced data analytics could help manage growing demands on the electricity network. The author considers how emerging technologies might support congestion management, renewable integration and long-term resilience, hoping to spark an interesting conversation around the future of smart energy systems. Share your thoughts on this topic: Can AI Make Britain’s Electricity Grid Smarter? A Digital Twin Approach to Managing Congestion, Renewable Energy and Rising Electricity Demand
Wrapping up August
August’s blogs may have tackled very different topics, but they all shared a common thread: using better information to make better decisions. Whether that’s understanding the true value hidden in industrial waste, adapting broadcasting models for a digital-first world, or recognising the gap between identifying a problem and taking action, each post explored how engineers can turn insight into meaningful change.
That same theme carried through the forum discussions, where members continued to share practical advice, challenge assumptions and learn from one another's experiences. If a particular topic caught your attention this month, why not join the conversation, leave a comment, or share a blog of your own? We look forward to seeing what ideas, innovations and debates September will bring.
