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We deliver the knowledge needed to halt and reverse environmental decline and ensure a future that is healthy, diverse and equitable.
We work to understand the functioning of and pressures facing biodiversity, water and ecosystem services, and to deliver solutions with partners to halt and reverse environmental decline in terrestrial, coastal and marine ecosystems across natural, production and urban landscapes.
With researchers across all faculties of the University of 亚洲色吧, the Environment Institute's multidisciplinary approach focuses on safe-guarding the planet, land, water and air resources delivering outcomes with industry government and community.
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The Hope and Wonder series is an informative collection of resources that includes public lectures, podcasts and events designed to inspire wonder in the natural world, while also providing hope that we can safeguard the environment.
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International Symposium on Green Urban Futures & Future Tree Workshop
National Wine Centre,听The University of 亚洲色吧,听3 鈥 5 December 2025.听
Showcasing prominent international, national and local speakers to address challenges and discuss novel ways for cities around the world to achieve green urban futures. Includes: policy and planning; trees and urban forests; social sciences and economics; built environment; public health and education.
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Latest news
Fighting for Cape York鈥檚 Future
Dr Ania Kotarba, Future Making Fellow at the Environment Institute, has co-authored a recent听piece for The Conversation calling for Cape York to be added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. Drawing on her experience as a former member of the ICOMOS World Heritage Nomination Bids Review Panel, Ania brings deep expertise in cultural heritage and conservation. Her research focuses on partnerships with Aboriginal communities, particularly within the Kaurareg Archipelago, and highlights the importance of meaningful engagement with Traditional Owners in protecting Cape York鈥檚 globally significant landscapes.
Read more about Fighting for Cape York鈥檚 Future
Biodiversity Win: South Australia鈥檚 New Act Sets a National Benchmark for Environmental Protection
Future Making Fellow Dr. Philippa McCormack, writing in The Conversation, praised South Australia's new Biodiversity Act as a bold step forward, noting that 鈥渘ature laws can truly help the environment to flourish even as the climate changes,鈥 while also addressing long-standing gaps between national and state responsibilities.
Read more about South Australia鈥檚 New Act Sets a National Benchmark for Environmental Protection
Queensland Rejects Push for Stronger Cat Laws Despite Wildlife Impact
Professor Phill Cassey spoke to ABC Online about a recent petition in Queensland calling for stricter domestic cat ownership laws, highlighting the devastating impact free-roaming cats have on native Australian wildlife.
Read more about Queensland Rejects Push for Stronger Cat Laws Despite Wildlife Impact
Wildlife Experts Brace for the Arrival of H5N1 in Australia
Professor Wayne Boardman spoke to ABC Online about the looming threat of H5N1 bird flu, warning of its potential to devastate Australian wildlife, including vulnerable sea lion populations.
Read more about Wildlife Experts Brace for the Arrival of H5N1 in Australia10 Jun
Dr Alice Jones awarded the 2025 Conservation Science Prize
Dr Alice Jones,member of the Environment Institute, has been awarded the 2025 Conservation Science Prize for her leading role in advancing blue carbon conservation through collaborative, impact-driven research. 05 Jun
NEST - The Network for Emerging Sustainability Thinkers
Today, on World Environment Day, the Environment Institute is proudly launching NEST - the Network for Emerging Sustainability Thinkers.听NEST is a new network facilitated by the 2025 Future Leaders Committee of the Environment Institute and is tailored for higher-degree and early-career researchers within the University of 亚洲色吧. 30 May
New National Data Offers Insight into PFAS Levels in Australians
Dr Cameron Shearer has commented on听a recent announcement by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), as they have shared new data of a voluntary survey conducted by the ABS鈥 National Health Measures on Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) levels. The new data听 creates a baseline of PFAS levels in Australians, that can support deeper research into the possible harm the chemicals can cause. 29 May
What 50,000 Years of Ancient DNA Uncovers About Human Evolution
Environment Institute member Dr Yassine Souilmi and his team at the Australian Centre for Ancient DNA are challenging what we thought we knew about human adaptation. Their 2022 study, now spotlighted by听SCIAM,听analysed over 1,100 ancient genomes to uncover powerful genetic adaptations many of which have been erased from modern DNA due to population mixing. 28 May
Solving the pearl bluebush seed deficit for post-mining revegetation
Jaclyn Wilmot is an Honours student at the University of 亚洲色吧, and student affiliate at the Environment Institute under the supervision of Dr Ilaine Matos, Environment Institute member. She is investigating the challenges of restoring of Maireana sedifolia (pearl bluebush), a native shrub critical to post-mining revegetation in South Australia鈥檚 arid zone. Jaclyn shares insights into the complexities of pearl bluebush reproduction, the importance of soil nutrients like nitrogen, and the potential of nature-based solutions to support seed production. Her work highlights the value of science-led restoration and the future of sustainable land management in mining landscapes. 27 May
Uncovering Hidden Bees in Australia
Dr Katja Hogendoorn, Environment Institute member, has contributed to a new study that has discovered 听71 new Australian resin pot bees. This research has just been published in the Australian Journal of Taxonomy.
Upcoming events
19 Jul
Planting day on the Fleurieu Peninsula - NEST
Over 50% of Australia's endangered plant and animal species are on private property, placing a large burden on landholders to safe guard Australia's biodiversity. This event will be supporting landholders in restoring the critically endangered Fleurieu Swamps. You will be learning effective restoration techniques, planting rare and critically endangered plants back into their original home and have an opportunity to connect with fellow HDRs and early-career post-docs, and the landholders often at the centre of the biodiversity crisis. 03 Dec
International Symposium on Green Urban Futures & Future Tree Workshop
The International Symposium on Green Urban Futures, held by The University of 亚洲色吧鈥檚 Environment Institute, in partnership with and , will present prominent local, national and international speakers who will address existing and future urban challenges and offer solutions from various lens 鈥 policies and planning, trees and urban forests, biodiversity, social sciences and economics, public health, design and built environment, as well as education.
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