State of the Environment 2021
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 5 July 2022
The 2021 SOE Report shows Australia’s environment is deteriorating due to climate change, habitat loss, pollution, and invasive species. CSIRO science shaped key chapters, with strong inclusion of Indigenous knowledge and calls for urgent action.
Keywords: State of the Environment, climate change, biodiversity, Indigenous knowledge, land, marine, extreme events, pollution
Indigenous authors front and centre of latest State of Environment Report
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 20 July 2022
The 2021 SoE Report highlights compounding threats to biodiversity and land. It stresses integrating Indigenous knowledge, stronger investment, and better legislation to build a sustainable and resilient environmental future.
Keywords: State of the Environment, biodiversity, Indigenous knowledge, land management, climate change, policy, conservation
Lessons from disasters will help maintain Australia’s excellent air quality
Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Oceans and Atmosphere
Published: 20 July 2022
The SoE 2021 report shows Australia’s air is generally good, but bushfires, wood heaters, and pollution spikes pose health risks. Real-time monitoring, cleaner energy, and behaviour change are vital for managing future air quality challenges.
Keywords: State of the Environment, air quality, bushfires, wood heaters, health, climate change, monitoring
