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The latest thought leadership and expert commentary from our members and announcements and stories from the ANU Institute for Climate, Energy & Disaster Solutions.
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Associate Professor Marnie Shaw is bringing her love of data to some of the tricky questions surrounding the energy transition.
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A group of ANU Experts were recently asked what advice they would give to the incoming Government - here's some remarks on Climate Change from Emeritus Professor Mark Howden.
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In research out today, we asked more than 5,000 Australians a simple question: what would change your mind about climate change?
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Strong global action on climate change is clearly in Australia’s long-term national interest. But it has fallen prey to US President Donald Trump’s disruption of the world order, which has drained global attention from other crucial issues, including climate change.
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If the Coalition wins the federal election, it plans to build seven nuclear power plants at old coal sites, which may lead to increased emissions. An alternative is pumped hydro storage, a quicker, cheaper solution that better supports renewables and reduces carbon emissions.
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Biological science is changing the way we harness and manage renewable energy.
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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.
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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.
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Weather forecasts assist our daily decisions and warn of extreme events. In contrast, climate models help to predict climate changes over decades, aiding in planning for future impacts. These models are vital for understanding both short-term and long-term weather.