Before it was Cape Grim, it was known as Kennaook
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 27 May 2022
Kennaook/Cape Grim, rich in Aboriginal heritage, hosts one of the world’s key air pollution stations. For 50 years it has tracked rising CO₂ and other gases, providing vital global climate data from the planet’s cleanest air.
Keywords: Kennaook, Cape Grim, clean air, CO2 monitoring, Aboriginal heritage, climate data, Tasmania
Can flood water go underground for future use?
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 28 April 2022
CSIRO scientists explore water banking using managed aquifer recharge (MAR) to boost drought resilience. Underground storage reduces evaporation, supports agriculture, and offers cost-effective water security for regional Australia.
Keywords: CSIRO, drought resilience, water banking, managed aquifer recharge, groundwater, agriculture, Murray-Darling Basin
Bushfire close? Breathe easy with the AirRater app
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 2 May 2022
The AirRater app helps Australians track air quality, smoke, and heat. Citizen reports combined with CSIRO’s AQFx forecasts improve real-time smoke mapping, supporting health decisions and bushfire response.
Keywords: AirRater, bushfire smoke, citizen science, air quality, CSIRO, health impacts, AQFx
