Published 21 November 2025
About this lesson
In October 2025 thieves broke into the Louvre museum in Paris and escaped with €88 million (£76 million) worth of historic jewellery. The robbery took approximately seven minutes to complete, raising questions about how the intruders succeeded.
Could better engineering have stopped them? Engineering plays a crucial role in addressing many challenges – from security and transport to climate change and health.
What problems can engineering solve today? And how can students use it to tackle issues close to home?
These teaching resources have been created with support from PA Consulting and The PA Foundation. The Economist Educational Foundation maintained full editorial control.
Skills and knowledge
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Creativity
Step 7: Identifying opportunities
I identify opportunities for innovation
Did you identify problems in your local area that need innovation?Step 11: Seeking perspectives
I seek different perspectives to develop my ideas
Did you consider different perspectives in your group when you developed your ideas?Step 16: Championing creativity
I nurture cultures of creativity and innovation
Did you nurture creativity and innovation when you planned a solution? -
Knowledge
I know that engineering can creatively solve global problems
What are some examples of engineering that would lead to a more positive future?
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