World first marine heatwave research
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 21 August 2020
Australia launched a world-first project to forecast marine heatwaves, aiming to give early warnings and reduce risks for marine industries while improving understanding of ocean–atmosphere signals.
Keywords: marine heatwaves, CSIRO, forecasting, climate risk, ocean signals, early warning, extreme events
Navigating science at sea on RV Falkor in uncertain times
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 15 September 2020
Amid COVID-19 disruptions, CSIRO surveyor Nelson Kuna joined Schmidt Ocean Institute’s RV Falkor to support seafloor mapping in the Coral Sea, fostering collaboration, new skills, and future partnerships in marine research.
Keywords: COVID-19, CSIRO, RV Falkor, seafloor mapping, Coral Sea, marine research, collaboration
Shifting focus: The impacts of sustainable seafood certification
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 29 September 2020
CSIRO research shows Western Australian fisheries pursue MSC certification not just for market benefits, but to gain social acceptance and legitimacy. Government support has boosted certification, highlighting social licence as a key driver of sustainability.
Keywords: MSC certification, sustainable fisheries, Western Australia, social licence, CSIRO research, government support, seafood markets
