The latest thought leadership and expert commentary from our members and announcements and stories from the ANU Institute for Climate, Energy & Disaster Solutions.

Tuesday, 14 Apr 2026
  • News

Only four months into 2026, Australia is already grappling with the unrelenting impacts of climate change.

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Thursday, 09 Apr 2026
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Deadly heatwave events are occurring at temperatures and humidity levels previously thought to be survivable, according to a new paper by a team of international researchers, including from The Australian National University (ANU) and the University of Sydney.

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Wednesday, 08 Apr 2026
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The latest 'State of the Global Climate' report from the World Meteorological Organisation has dropped and it's uncomfortable reading according to Emeritus Professor Mark Howden.

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Thursday, 02 Apr 2026
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The Australian National University (ANU) has been formally appointed as a new Co‑Chair of the Global Alliance of Universities on Climate (GAUC), marking a significant milestone in the University’s commitment to climate leadership.

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Wednesday, 01 Apr 2026
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Australia is facing a wave of misinformation and disinformation on climate change and energy.

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Thursday, 26 Mar 2026
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Oil and gas prices are shooting up as war in the Middle East cuts down the supply of fossil fuels available, in what has been described as “the largest supply disruption in the history of oil markets”.

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Public interest
Friday, 20 Feb 2026
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  • Research story

Report on Public Interest Technology and why it is a useful approach to designing and utilising technology for the good of all.

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ANU Climate Update 2026
Thursday, 19 Feb 2026
  • News

In 2025, Australia experienced simultaneous flooding in northern regions and drought in southern regions. As we travel further from the historical bounds of the Earth’s natural systems, climate-fueled disasters are increasingly the new normal.

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Wednesday, 18 Feb 2026
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During Australia’s unprecedented heatwave in late January, air temperatures reached 50°C in inland South Australia and Australian farmers are already feeling the consequences.

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