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"Urban green space provision: The case for policy-based solutions to support human health" now published

Green Spaces in City by Danist Soh

ÌýCongratulations to 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 - , , , , , and Environment Institute Director, Professor .

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Eat The Invaders: Available for streaming now

Eat the Invaders ABC

"Eat the Invaders" a new 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 Director Professor , and Environment Institute member, Professor Phill Cassey.ÌýÌýAll six episodes are available for streaming now!
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Changing perceptions: Embracing flying foxes as part of Australia’s biodiversity

Flying Fox - Nils Bouillard

Professor , member, discusses the misinformation around the endangered species of flying foxes, having his work featured in , and .

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Booms, busts, and breakthroughs: 30 years of science at Arid Recovery

Arid recovery

On November 19, the , in collaboration with Arid Recovery, hosted an insightful celebration that focussed on the science driving ecological restoration in arid environments.

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Green policies in global trade: Challenges for developing countries

Green policy

At the CIECI 2024 conference in Hanoi, international experts explored the intersection of green policies and global trade.

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National parks: A prescription for public health?

National park

Visiting a national park can save our healthcare system billions of dollars.

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New ARC research funding: Over $1.9M in support for projects led by members of the Environment Institute

Wetland

The (ARC) has announced funding outcomes for new projects in their Discovery Scheme that aim to advance Australia's knowledge and contribute to a wide range of scientific, environmental, and social benefits.

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The environment impact of wind farms in Queensland

Stony Creek

As renewable energy continues to expand across Queensland, with 64 wind farm projects at various stages, concerns about the environmental impact are front and centre.

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Exciting announcement: New advisory board members join the Environment Institute

Sunrise

We are thrilled to welcome three highly esteemed individuals to our Advisory Board, each bringing invaluable expertise in sustainability, climate action, and environmental advocacy:

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Empowering young people through housing, support, and green spaces

Xander in the community garden

In a heartfelt story of resilience and hope, Hailie Hansen and Xander Parker, both 19, have found stability and community in an affordable housing program in ÑÇÖÞ²ÊÆ±¹ÙÍø, designed for young people at risk of homelessness.

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