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Institute for Climate Risk and Response

The research institute will offer advice to industry on how to assess and respond to climate change.

Caveman dressed in animal skins eats burger with modern human man

‘Ancestral’ diets like the paleo diet are hugely popular in Australia, but experts from UNSW Sydney and the Australian Museum have questions.

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Companies may be monitoring their employees working remotely, raising questions about the ethics and legality of surveillance. 

Solar energy plant in rural Australia

The federal government has been challenged to provide $100 billion over the next ten years to boost the renewables sector. But will policymakers respond to the challenge?

Southern pole of the Moon

The historic mission to locate frozen water on the Moon could eventually lead to a permanent lunar base for astronauts.  

low angle view of solar panels on roof

Households need more support to implement alternative energy solutions to help manage outages during bushfires and extreme weather events. 

Epiwatch team

The Kirby Institute has developed the first non-English version of its AI-driven epidemic warning tool EPIWATCH, expanding its availability in one of the world's most populous countries.

Windfarm overlooking a mining site

A UNSW expert explains why mining will be vital to help renewable energy technologies flourish and to achieve greenhouse gas emission targets.

Sydney Harbour Bridge enveloped in smoke haze from bushfires in December 2019

Reducing air pollution is one of the best investments for Australians’ health, the environment, the economy and social equity. But achieving cleaner air requires a new approach from government.

Fish farming in PNG

A UNSW Sydney researcher has received $2.6 million in funding to expand fish farming and its positive social impact in Papua New Guinea.

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