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The Role of Engineering Ethics in Mitigating Corruption in Infrastructure Systems Delivery
S A Ghahari1, C Queiroz2, S Labi1
1Lyles School of Civil Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN, 47907, USA.
Science and Engineering Ethics
|July 18, 2024
Summary
Integrating engineering ethics with infrastructure delivery can enhance corruption mitigation. Aligning ethical codes with policies helps identify corruption risks and strengthen institutional controls for better project outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Civil Engineering
- Public Policy
- Business Ethics
Background:
- Corruption mitigation in infrastructure delivery is documented but can be improved.
- Existing strategies can be enhanced by contextualizing them within engineering ethics and international policy guidelines.
- Linking formal ethical statements to infrastructure delivery aids in identifying corruption hotspots and strengthening institutional controls.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review professional codes of ethics and literature on corruption mitigation in civil engineering infrastructure development.
- To establish a framework connecting ethical tenets with corruption mitigation strategies.
- To assess current corruption mitigation strategies against the fundamental canons of practice in civil engineering ethical codes.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of professional codes of ethics.
- Analysis of corruption mitigation strategies within the context of civil engineering ethical codes.
- Assessment grounded in civil engineers' ethical responsibilities and principles (safety, health, welfare, respect, honesty).
Main Results:
- A structured approach is proposed to connect ethical principles with practical corruption mitigation strategies in infrastructure projects.
- The study highlights the alignment between civil engineering's core ethical responsibilities and effective anti-corruption measures.
- The assessment provides a foundation for strengthening institutional mechanisms to combat corruption in infrastructure development.
Conclusions:
- Integrating engineering ethics into infrastructure delivery is crucial for enhancing corruption mitigation effectiveness.
- Aligning ethical codes with policy statements and practical delivery strengthens the identification and management of corruption risks.
- Addressing corruption in infrastructure development is imperative for national economic and social progress, given substantial global investments and losses.
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