The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), an organization dedicated to the success of African-American engineering students and professionals, and Johnson Controls, a global leader in delivering solutions that increase energy efficiency in buildings, are now partnering together with the objective of advancing the environmental goals of both organizations and supporting future employment opportunities for diverse engineering talent.
The project will further the NSBE’s already established sustainability efforts, with Johnson Controls overseeing the implementation of energy efficient technologies at the NSBE headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia, which will result in an anticipated 28 percent energy savings. The alliance will also create a source of strong engineering candidates for Johnson Controls recruitment, underscoring the company’s commitment to diversity.
“Energy efficiency has always been a key priority for NSBE, and this partnership provides a solid platform to expand on our environmental goals, while furthering our mission to support African-American students and professionals,” said Dr. Carl B. Mack, executive director, NSBE. “We are looking forward to further reducing our carbon footprint and are excited to highlight career opportunities with Johnson Controls.”
Johnson Controls is an industry leader of diversity in the workplace. Seventy-two percent of the company’s 162,000 employees worldwide live and work outside of the United States and Canada. In the past year, female executive representation grew to 13.7 percent and minority executive representation increased to 13.8 percent in the U.S.
“At Johnson Controls, we value a highly exceptional and diverse workforce as essential to providing our customers with comfortable, safe and sustainable environments,” said Bruno Biasiotta, Vice President and General Manager, Energy Solutions Americas, Johnson Controls. “The opportunity to align our businesses on two levels—employment and energy efficiency—demonstrates how non-profit and private organizations can work together to make a positive impact on the environment and economy.”
The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), with more than 30,000 members, is one of the largest student-governed organizations in the country. Founded in 1975, NSBE now includes more than 400 College, Pre-College, and Technical Professional/Alumni chapters in the United States and abroad. NSBE’s mission is “to increase the number of culturally responsible black engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community.”
Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and industrial leader serving customers in over 150 countries. 162,000 employees create quality products, services and solutions to optimize energy and operational efficiencies of buildings; lead-acid automotive batteries and advanced batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles; and interior systems for automobiles.
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