#Climate change

Preparing for Victoria’s water future in a warmer and drier climate

New research shows that Victoria’s climate is changing and with that comes the need to better understand how the water cycle is changing and how this will impact on water supplies.

Our researchers take a ‘deep dive’ into understanding what people think about synthetic biology and the Great Barrier Reef

A study about social responsibility in synthetic biology research and development for conserving the Great Barrier Reef

Sun shines on the Great Barrier Reef over summer

Get a glimpse into how the Great Barrier Reef has fared over the summer and the actions being taken to protect it.

Saving the world’s ecosystems one A at a time

Scientists examine 19 ecosystems under pressure, from the beautiful to the rare.

Uncertainty: The X factor behind more reliable streamflow forecasts

A new national forecasting service is giving dam operators, river managers – even kayakers – a clearer picture of river and stream flows up to a week in advance. Paradoxically, uncertainty is a key to more reliable forecasts.

Rising sea levels in Australia may demand novel solutions

With Australia expected to experience ongoing sea level rise over the coming decades, high-resolution climate projections are one way to inform quick community adaptation. Elsewhere, scientists are turning to novel nature-based solutions to help defend our coastlines.

The state of ocean acidification

Ocean acidification is often thought of as a future impact of our changing climate. But exactly what is it, what are its impacts and is it really a problem of the future?

Helping communities weather the winds of change

COVID-19 has highlighted the need for communities globally to prepare for, and adapt to, natural shocks, including climate change.

The race to stop crown-of-thorns starfish destroying the Great Barrier Reef

New research is helping to prevent outbreaks of crown-of-thorn starfish, a major threat to the Great Barrier Reef.