About Us

About ICEDS

We connect people with climate, energy & disaster-risk research from The Australian National University. Our goal is to advance innovative solutions to address climate change, energy system transitions and disasters. We facilitate integrated approaches to research, teaching and policy, industry and community engagement across disciplines. We also lead the ANU Below Zero Initiative in research, teaching and engagement. The initiative is working to reduce the University's greenhouse gas emissions to below zero.

Our Institute consolidates and builds on the activities of the former ANU Climate Change Institute, Energy Change Institute, and Disaster Risk Science Institute.

ANU colleagues involved in Climate, Energy or Disaster Solutions are warmly encouraged to join ICEDS.

Professional short courses »

Designed for decision-makers. Delivered by world-renowned researchers. ICEDS Professional short courses provide insights into the latest research, innovation and analysis of climate change, energy transition and disaster solutions.

More information and course schedule »

Open pit mine gold ore industry. Massive Mining Dump Truck and Drilling Equipment at Quarry Site
17
Feb

Power plants: the green way to sustain the global energy transition »

Professor Caitlin Byrt, a biologist at The Australian National University, focuses on sustainable solutions by utilizing plants to manage water, energy, and metals. Her research aims to address environmental challenges and improve resource management to explore efficient extraction methods for the energy transition.
Professor Mark Howden standing in front of a raging river.
13
Feb

If not now, when? Australia must urgently ramp up climate action following record-breaking year »

Professor Mark Howden from ANU warns that Australia and high-emission nations must urgently act on climate change as global temperatures reach alarming highs. He emphasizes that ambitious targets are not enough and calls for effective policy implementation. Public support exists, yet action remains insufficient.

Major Initiatives: Zero-Carbon Energy for the Asia-Pacific (ZCEAP) »

The ANU Zero Carbon Energy for the Asia Pacific initiative aims to push the frontiers that will help future-proof the way Australia trades with the world, based on our abundant renewable energy resources.

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Updated:  31 July 2024/Responsible Officer:  College of Science/Page Contact:  https://iceds.anu.edu.au/contact