Fire, floods and ice
18 Feb 2021

Fire, floods and ice

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How Antarctic science helps us understand Australian weather and climate. The last Australian summer delivered hot weather and bushfires on scales not recorded before, followed closely by heavy rains and flooding. Why then, should we be thinking about science on … Continued
Engineers have built machines to scrub CO₂ from the air.
2 Feb 2021

Engineers have built machines to scrub CO₂ from the air.

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But will it halt climate change? This resource is best suited to Year 8, 9 and 10 Earth and Space and Chemistry students who are learning about CO2 emissions and technological advances that can help reduce levels in the atmosphere. … Continued
Tim Jarvis: The COVID-19 pandemic is a huge opportunity for the environment
21 May 2020

Tim Jarvis: The COVID-19 pandemic is a huge opportunity for the environment

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We have an opportunity to come out of the pandemic with a new approach to protecting the environment, says environmental scientist Tim Jarvis. This resource demonstrates the importance of a scientific understanding of policy making at government level and the … Continued
In Class With… Climate Special
20 Apr 2020

In Class With… Climate Special

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Get access to the biggest STEM names and brightest minds with our In Class With... series. To young people, the changing climate is an ongoing source of anxiety. They are bombarded with devastating news and statistics almost daily, and are … Continued
The best fire management system is in northern Australia and it’s led by Indigenous land managers
19 Mar 2020

The best fire management system is in northern Australia and it’s led by Indigenous land managers

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“By using fire at the right time of year, in the right places with the right people, we have a good chance to help country and climate.” Use this article to demonstrate the importance of collaboration between traditional Aboriginal and … Continued
What we can learn from fish that change sex
6 Mar 2020

What we can learn from fish that change sex

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A fish that changes sex to lead the pack has revealed what happens genetically to pull off the trick. Encourage students to consider different body systems and adaptations within the aquatic world using this article suitable for students in years … Continued
Chief Scientist: We need to transform our world into a sustainable ‘electric planet’
3 Mar 2020

Chief Scientist: We need to transform our world into a sustainable ‘electric planet’

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“Make no mistake, this will be the biggest engineering challenge ever undertaken.” This article is suited to students in years 7-10 studying Chemical, Earth and Space or Physical Sciences. It links the importance of school curriculum knowledge with current and … Continued
The last ice age tells us why we should care about 2°C temperature changes
2 Mar 2020

The last ice age tells us why we should care about 2°C temperature changes

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Perhaps 2°C doesn’t sound like much, but if you look through history, seemingly small temperature changes have had huge effects on the planet and people. Emphasise the importance of an understanding of ecosystem stability and climate change with students in … Continued