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What Moa Extinction Teaches Us About Conservation Today
Deputy Director of the Environment Institute, Professor Damien Fordham, co-authored a recent paper examining the impact of human settlement and hunting on the extinction of New Zealand’s giant flightless birds, the moa.
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Tracking Wombats and Rabbits from Space
New research by PhD candidate Natarsha McPherson, an Environment Institute Member, has found that satellites can track wombat and rabbit burrows from space.
How Green Spaces Could Impact Joint Health- Dr. Jessica Stanhope's Research
Using data from the North West Adelaide Health Study, Dr Jessica Stanhope is investigating whether tree canopy cover and natural environments influence arthritis development, pain levels, and even our microbiome.
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Why Australia Needs Urgent Environmental Law Reform
With climate challenges increasing, Professor Patrick O'Connor discusses why effective environmental laws and strategic conservation funding are essential for long-term economic resilience.
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Project Factsheet Smart Stormwater Systems out now
The risk of flooding and heatwaves has been amplified by climate change; however, smart stormwater systems provide innovative solutions that can adapt to these changes, as demonstrated by research led by Environment Institute members Assoc. Professor Mark Thyer and Professor Holger Maier, supported by Ruijie Jerry Liang and Graeme Dandy of the University of Adelaide.
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WOMADelaide The Planet Talks 2025
We are thrilled to be presenting The Planet Talks at the 2025 WOMADelaide Festival, check out our program!
The Reintroduction of the Murray Crayfish in South Australia
After 40 years, Murray crayfish are being reintroduced to South Australia. As a keystone species, their return could bring major ecological benefits, but long-term success will require continued effort.
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FAME strategy sustainability 2024 annual report: Out now
Read the FAME Strategy Sustainability 2024 Annual Report, featuring Environment Institute Executive Director Professor Andrew Lowe!
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Rethinking artificial lawns: The impact on Adelaide urban heat
With climate change intensifying heatwaves, we need better urban planning to keep our cities cool and liveable. Should councils restrict artificial turf use? What’s your take?
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When the invaders are locked out: Bringing back threatened native species in outback Australia
In the latest Eco Futurists episode, Director Professor Andrew Lowe chats with Katherine Tuft and Nathan Manders of Arid Recovery, a non-profit dedicated to conserving threatened species in South Australia’s Roxby Downs.
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