“Would it even be relevant for me to participate?” That question came to me when we had the chance to participate in the pilot phase of the Renewables Xchange program. This program gives engineers the opportunity to work in another country for a few weeks. “Why would I want to swap desks with a colleague …
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How to stay safe (or not) during a Technical Due Diligence Project in Pakistan
The Lahmeyer team is sitting inside a car driving through packed streets during the rush hour of the Pakistani city of Multan. The weather is hot and humid. I am sweating. The car is traveling at high speed and without stopping. We are accompanied by two police cars escorting us. The officer sitting on the …
An unexpected journey to Nepal
It’s just another perfectly ordinary Monday at the office in Bad Vilbel. I glance at the clock and am glad that it’s nearly time to go home. But then all of a sudden my boss Mr. Failer is standing at the door. ‘Mr. Höllerhage, have you ever been to Nepal?’ he asks. ‘No… why do …