Veteran Engineer Calls for Grassroots Commitment to Energy Efficiency and Smarter Infrastructure in the Face of Global Strain
QUÉBEC, QC / ACCESS Newswire / June 9, 2025 / Frederic Lauzier, a renowned electrical engineer with more than 15 years of experience in energy systems and industrial automation, is raising the alarm on the urgent need for smarter, more sustainable infrastructure. Drawing from his career at the crossroads of innovation and responsibility, Lauzier is urging individuals, engineers, and communities alike to take meaningful steps toward a more resilient future.
"Engineering without sustainability is short-sighted. The future isn't just about doing more-it's about doing better," says Lauzier, who has worked on modernizing aging power grids, integrating smart automation into legacy facilities, and designing firmware for energy-efficient embedded systems.
A Call to Action Rooted in Urgency
With global electricity consumption projected to increase by more than 60% by 2050 (IEA), and with over 30% of industrial energy lost to inefficiencies, the time for passive observation is over. Lauzier believes the engineering community has a unique opportunity-and responsibility-to lead the charge.
"You learn fast when a misstep can take down a city block," he reflects on his early work in fault-tolerant power systems. "What we do today affects everything from household safety to climate stability."
He's also seen firsthand how smarter systems can drastically improve outcomes: in one retrofit of a manufacturing plant, real-time predictive maintenance reduced operational downtime by over 30%, extending the life of critical equipment and minimizing energy waste.
Empowering the Everyday Engineer
Beyond large-scale infrastructure projects, Lauzier is equally passionate about the grassroots role individuals can play. Whether you're a professional engineer, student, or simply a tech-savvy homeowner, Frederic believes your efforts matter.
"Systems should work intuitively and reliably under all conditions-whether you're building a national grid or automating a greenhouse in your backyard," he says.
He advocates for:
Open-source home automation to reduce energy use
Education in embedded systems and sustainable design at early stages of engineering training
Certifications in energy efficiency and cybersecurity for professionals across sectors
"The best systems are the ones you don't even notice, because they just work-quietly, efficiently, and sustainably. That's the standard we should all be working toward," he says.
From Legacy to Leadership: Mentorship Matters
Frederic's passion also extends to mentorship. "My goal as a mentor is to create more leaders, not followers," he shares. He regularly encourages young professionals to explore IEEE workshops, hackathons, and collaborative design challenges as ways to engage with real-world sustainability problems.
"You grow by doing-and by asking the right questions."
What You Can Do Today
Lauzier's campaign isn't about waiting for policy or mega-projects. It's about grassroots empowerment. His message is clear:
"Start where you are. Optimize what you can. Teach what you know."
Actions individuals can take today:
Conduct an energy audit of your home or workspace
Learn about sustainable firmware design or IoT platforms
Engage in local STEM mentorship or sustainability programs
Advocate for smart retrofits in your workplace or community
About Frederic Lauzier
A Quebec native and lifelong learner, Frederic Lauzier combines technical mastery with human-centered design thinking. He has led projects in grid resilience, predictive automation, and embedded systems, and is currently pursuing certifications in machine learning and cybersecurity to stay ahead of tomorrow's challenges.
Whether hiking through Quebec's forests or restoring vintage radios, he brings the same curiosity and care to every aspect of life.
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Contact: info@fredericlauzier.com
SOURCE: Frederic Lauzier
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