Booms, Busts, and Breakthroughs: 30 years of Science at Arid Recovery
On November 19, the University of Adelaide Environment Institute, in collaboration with Arid Recovery, hosted an insightful celebration that focussed on the science driving ecological restoration in arid environments. Titled "Booms, Busts, and Breakthroughs," leading experts shared their knowledge on conservation science and the vital role of partnerships in restoring Australia’s threatened species and ecosystems.
Five-minute talks preceded a panel discussion hosted by Professor Andrew Lowe, Director of the Environment Institute.
Keynote speakers:
Aaron Thomas, Chair of Kokatha Aboriginal Corporation, discussed partnerships with native title holders.
Dr. Katherine Tuft, CEO of Arid Recovery, shared the organization’s achievements in ecological restoration.
Peter Copley, Co-founder and former Threatened Species Lead at DEW, shared his 40 years of experience in saving threatened species.
Nathan Manders, Conservation Land Manager at Arid Recovery, spoke about managing land for conservation.
Dr. Katherine Moseby, Co-founder and Principal Scientist at Arid Recovery, discussed species reintroduction.
Graeme Finlayson, Healthy Landscape Manager at Bush Heritage Australia, highlighted his work as an ecologist on the Arid Recovery Scientific Advisory Panel.
This event emphasised the importance of science, collaboration, and long-term commitment to preserving our fragile arid ecosystems.
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