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William J. O’Rourke
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executive and lecturer who retired as head of Alcoa’s Russian subsidiary, then directed the business ethics program at Duquesne University’s business school.
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Science Quotes by William J. O’Rourke (2 quotes)
Aluminum has been called the sustainability nutrient of the world, and for good reason. Consider that 75% of all the aluminum made since 1886 is still in use. So from a sustainability standpoint alone, yes, [Charles] Hall really did become that benefactor to humanity—big time.
— William J. O’Rourke
As quoted in 'Alcoa Co-Founder Charles Hall Smelt Success' (20 Jul 2012), article on investors.com website.
The professional standards of conduct for engineers set a very high bar for the professional engineer. Sure, there have been engineering mistakes. Sure, there has been liability ascribed to faulty engineering design. Sure, there are some “bad apples” in the profession. However, considering the scope of the work that engineers have addressed over the last century, their collective performance has been superior.
— William J. O’Rourke
In 'Engineering Ethics: Only Your Reputation is at Risk' (10 Jul 2015) article on Brigham Young University Wheatley Institution wheatley.byu.edu website. Originally published in Pittsburgh Engineer (Spring 2013).
In science it often happens that scientists say, 'You know that's a really good argument; my position is mistaken,' and then they would actually change their minds and you never hear that old view from them again. They really do it. It doesn't happen as often as it should, because scientists are human and change is sometimes painful. But it happens every day. I cannot recall the last time something like that happened in politics or religion.
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