https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/ en https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/22/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. February 04 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/22/project-factsheet-smart-stormwater-systems-out-now https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/15/when-the-invaders-are-locked-out-bringing-back-threatened-native-species-in 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. January 20 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/15/when-the-invaders-are-locked-out-bringing-back-threatened-native-species-in https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/15/exposing-gaps-in-wildlife-trade-30000-species-traded-in-the-us-without-global An international study, involving the University of Adelaide, reveals over 30,000 wild species traded in the U.S., uncovering critical gaps in global wildlife trade regulations and underscoring the need for stronger protections to preserve biodiversity. January 17 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/15/exposing-gaps-in-wildlife-trade-30000-species-traded-in-the-us-without-global https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/15/is-explainable-ai-xai-in-hydrology-living-up-to-the-hype Professor Holger Maier's recent work warns that while Explainable AI (XAI) holds promise for hydrology, it doesn't always improve decision-making. January 16 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/15/is-explainable-ai-xai-in-hydrology-living-up-to-the-hype https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/15/a-walk-in-the-park-the-park-systems-that-help-shape-our-cities-cultures-and Eco Futurists episode 15 is out now: hear from Host Environment Institute Director Prof Andy Lowe, joined by Matthew Skjonsberg, Director of the Praxis Institute in Switzerland. January 15 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/15/a-walk-in-the-park-the-park-systems-that-help-shape-our-cities-cultures-and https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/14/citizen-scientists-the-willing-and-able-who-are-helping-drive-research-forward In this episode host Professor Andrew Lowe has a delightful conversation with Dr Erinn Fagan-Jeffries and Professor Frank Grutzner about the lessons learned in the evolution of Citizen Science projects, echidna poo, and a new insect named ‘Oreo’. January 12 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/14/citizen-scientists-the-willing-and-able-who-are-helping-drive-research-forward https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/14/sea-snakes-regain-colour-vision-a-fascinating-evolutionary-discovery A recently published journal article by Environment Institute member Associate Professor Kate Sanders, led by PhD Candidate Isaac Rossetto, follows nine species of sea snakes that are identified as having genetic traits for advanced colour vision. A trait that was lost nearly three million years ago due to evolutionary pressures has now returned. January 10 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/14/sea-snakes-regain-colour-vision-a-fascinating-evolutionary-discovery https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/14/urban-green-space-provision-the-case-for-policy-based-solutions-to-support  Congratulations to Environment Institute members for the publication of their recent paper "Urban green space provision: the case for policy-based solutions to support human health". This paper was formed from the Urban Greening Workshops held by HEAL and Dynamic State. Authors included members of the Environment Institute - Shannon Evenden, Stefan Caddy-Retalic, Carmel Williams, Yonatal Tefera, Veronica Soebarto, and Environment Institute Director, Professor Andrew Lowe. January 09 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/14/urban-green-space-provision-the-case-for-policy-based-solutions-to-support https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/14/eat-the-invaders-available-for-streaming-now "Eat the Invaders" a new Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) show hosted by Tony Armstrong is a six-part series, identifying the impacts that introduced species have wrought upon the Australian landscape and its ecosystems. The show features scientific guidance every episode from our very own University of Adelaide Environment Institute Director Professor Andrew Lowe, and Environment Institute member, Professor Phill Cassey.  All six episodes are available for streaming now!   January 07 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/14/eat-the-invaders-available-for-streaming-now https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/14/changing-perceptions-embracing-flying-foxes-as-part-of-australias-biodiversity Professor Wayne Boardman, Environment Institute member, discusses the misinformation around the endangered species of flying foxes, having his work featured in The Guardian, Yahoo News and AOL UK. January 03 2025 Marilia Jean Belperio https://www.adelaide.edu.au/environment/news/list/2025/01/14/changing-perceptions-embracing-flying-foxes-as-part-of-australias-biodiversity