ITT Continues Partnership with Engineers Without Borders by Supporting Community Project in Ethiopia - Nov 15, 2013
WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Nov. 15 /CSRwire/ - ITT Corporation (NYSE: ITT) today announced that it is continuing its ongoing partnership with Engineers Without Borders USA (EWB-USA) by providing funding for an energy infrastructure project in Mekelle, Ethiopia. - Nov 15, 2013
ITT’s contribution will help fund a project to improve the electrical infrastructure at the Mekelle School for the Blind. The redesigned system will better distribute the school’s limited power supply and will correct safety concerns associated with inadequate wiring and aging circuit breakers. The renovation, which is being led by students and faculty at the EWB-USA Washington University chapter, also includes the installment of an outdoor lighting system, improving safety on campus.
“It’s exciting to continue our work with Engineers Without Borders USA and further develop our ongoing partnership with the organization, especially as we celebrate National Philanthropy Day,” said Jenny Schiavone, ITT’s chief communications officer. “Engineering is at the core of who we are and what we do, so we are pleased to have the opportunity to support this project, which will have such a positive impact within this community.”
EWB-USA is an organization that partners with communities around the globe to develop sustainable solutions for basic infrastructure needs. ITT announced its official partnership with the organization in April 2013.
"We are thrilled that ITT has chosen to support this vital project being led by our Washington University chapter," said Cathy Leslie, executive director of EWB-USA. "The group has had a presence in Mekelle since March 2011, working with local residents to make improvements to the town’s infrastructure needs. ITT’s support will help strengthen the chapter’s commitment to the community and aid in the execution and sustainment of this important project."
Implementation of the project is planned for January 2014.
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ITT is a diversified leading manufacturer of highly engineered critical components and customized technology solutions for the energy, transportation and industrial markets. Building on its heritage of innovation, ITT partners with its customers to deliver enduring solutions to the key industries that underpin our modern way of life. Founded in 1920, ITT is headquartered in White Plains, N.Y., with employees in more than 35 countries and sales in a total of approximately 125 countries. The company generated 2012 revenues of $2.2 billion. For more information, visit www.itt.com.
EWB-USA is a non-profit humanitarian organization established to support community-driven development programs worldwide through partnerships that design and implement sustainable engineering projects. The organization has more than 13,500 volunteer members, including students and professionals, and is engineering change in more than 45 developing countries through more than 450 projects. EWB-USA also provides its members with innovative and transformative education opportunities through development projects abroad and chapter affiliates locally.