News and views

Explore updates on Academy initiatives, scientific developments, and expert perspectives on issues shaping research and policy. Our commentary reflects the Academy’s role in fostering informed discussion and sharing thought leadership that connects science with society.
Image Description
Shine dome aerial directly overhead
Filters
Clear filters

National environmental science capacity in jeopardy

Australia’s world-leading climate and environmental science capability is facing an uncertain future with the news of more major job cuts at the CSIRO, according to the Australian Academy of Science.

CSIRO headquarters, Limestone Avenue, Canberra Photographer : David McClenaghan

CSIRO cuts mean national environmental science capacity in jeopardy

Australia’s world-leading climate and environmental science capability is facing an uncertain future with the news of more major job cuts at CSIRO, according to the Australian Academy of Science.

Science Academy urges global action at Paris climate talks

Leadership by the Australian Government and global cooperation at the Paris climate talks will be essential in avoiding the worst effects of global climate change, according to the Australian Academy of Science.

Statement—Rain making proposal unscientific

On 26 November 2007, the Australian Academy of Science made the following statement on the National Water Commission's proposed rain making trial.

Statement—Joint academies statement on sustainable ecosystems

On 10 August 2007, the Australian Academy of Science contributed to the following joint academies statement on sustainable ecosystems. It was issued by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the Australian Academy of Science and the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering.