Painting connections to Sea Country: Creative pathways for mangrove restoration
Mangrove restoration works best when it starts by listening to Sea Country.
Floating wetlands slash wastewater greenhouse gas emissions: study
A world-first trial of floating wetland pods in wastewater lagoons shows they cut greenhouse gas emissions by more than a quarter, highlighting their potential as a nature-based solution for decarbonising the water sector.
Cairns Airport mangrove study sets new standard for Indigenous-led research on country
A new study highlights how Indigenous leadership, science and business can unite to protect coastal ecosystems while building long-term environmental and cultural knowledge.
Australia’s carbon markets risk penalising Indigenous stewardship
Carbon markets rewarding the recovery of degraded environments risk penalising long-term Indigenous stewardship, according to a coalition of experts writing in Nature Climate Change.
Farm dams could cut emissions and boost wildlife if farmers get support
A study has found most cattle farmers are willing to invest in enhancing their dams, including improving water quality, biodiversity and reducing emissions – if they receive fair government support.
Restored wetlands reap benefits for climate, drought-resilience after just one year: study
Reviving floodplain wetlands slashes carbon emissions by 39% and restores critical ecosystem functions in one year – without the methane spike typically seen in restored peatlands, a new study has found.
RMIT’s environmental science follows nature’s lead
From floating wetlands and biodegradable scaffolds to groundbreaking work on plastic pollution, micropollutants, and blue carbon, RMIT researchers are pioneering a bold new approach to water and environmental science
Seeding the Future: Community-Driven Innovation for Saltmarsh Restoration
RMIT University’s Centre for Nature Positive Solutions, in partnership with the Intrepid Foundation, is pioneering new approaches to restore Victoria’s coastal wetlands.
