Why we need biodiversity for life on our planet
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 14 October 2020
CSIRO’s biodiversity modelling (BILBI) supported the UN Biodiversity Summit, highlighting that ~1M species face extinction. Dr Simon Ferrier’s work informs global policy, guiding urgent action to conserve biodiversity and sustain human wellbeing.
Keywords: CSIRO, biodiversity loss, UN Summit, BILBI, IPBES, extinction risk, global biodiversity modelling, conservation, sustainable development
Prawn fishery counts its natural capital
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 22 October 2020
CSIRO’s study in Wallis Lake shows how natural capital accounting links prawn habitats to fishery productivity. The method helps assess ecosystem health, guide sustainable management, and boost industry resilience.
Keywords: CSIRO, Wallis Lake, prawn fishery, natural capital accounting, ecosystem health, sustainability, fisheries management
CSIRO finds up to eight Sydney Harbours could be stored under the Murray-Darling Basin
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 27 October 2020
CSIRO research shows water banking in the Murray-Darling Basin could store up to 4 km³ underground, boosting drought resilience. MAR offers a cost-effective way to secure regional water supplies when dams or desalination aren’t feasible.
Keywords: CSIRO, water banking, managed aquifer recharge, Murray-Darling Basin, drought resilience, groundwater, water security
