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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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Southeast Asia's energy demand is up, needing a shift from fossil fuels to clean energy to meet climate goals. ASEAN's CO2 emissions could rise 71% by 2040, highlighting the urgency for sustainable energy solutions through international cooperation.
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Since European colonisation, 29 million hectares (54%) of the forests and woodlands that once existed in New South Wales have been destroyed. A further 9 million ha have been degraded in the past two centuries. This amounts to more than 60% of the state’s forest estate.
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The Southern Ocean is wild and dynamic. It experiences Earth’s strongest winds and largest waves. It is home to city-sized icebergs and the biggest ocean current on the globe, as well as tiny turbulent flows that fit inside a teacup.
Queensland Minister for Energy and Clean Economy Jobs Michael de Brenni announced today that ANU professor Frank Jotzo has been appointed Chair of the state’s new Clean Economy Expert Panel.
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The Wentworth Group's report shows reversing Australia's environmental decline is possible with a $7.3B annual investment over 30 years, only 0.3% of GDP. This comprehensive study outlines 24 actions to address centuries of damage, proving restoration is achievable and in the national interest.
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While it’s already too late to repair some of the damage caused by climate change, ANU researchers still believe in a sustainable future.
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Applications are now open for a Research Officer to join a program of research being developed and undertaken within ICEDS that focuses on exploring climate-responsive programming and policy solutions and socio-technical adaptation, particularly through enhancing climate-resilient food systems and nature.
New South Wales Minister for Climate Change and Energy Penny Sharpe announced this week that ANU professor Frank Jotzo has been appointed a Commissioner of the state’s new Net Zero Commission.
ANU researcher Associate Professor Bec Colvin has been appointed to the inaugural Board for the Energy Corporation of New South Wales (EnergyCo).