Earth Month Trivia: Engineering a Better World

Prior to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) being established, New York City’s skyline was no stranger to thick, deadly smog—in fact, pollution got so bad in the 1950s and 60s that it led to hundreds of deaths and thousands of hospitalizations. Regulations, engineering, and technology have come a long way since then, making huge strides in cleaning up air and water, expanding renewable energy, and protecting communities from climate-related disasters.

From wind farms and solar panels to flood-resistant cities and cutting-edge recycling systems, we’re taking a step back to appreciate how far engineering has come in protecting our planet. Are you up-to-date on environmental engineering feats across the globe? Test your knowledge of who’s paving the way to a cleaner, more sustainable world with this ASME quiz!