Climate explained: how particles ejected from the Sun affect Earth’s climate
25 Mar 2021

Climate explained: how particles ejected from the Sun affect Earth’s climate

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When the Sun ejects solar particles into space, how does this affect the Earth and climate? Are clouds affected by these particles? Use this resource with Year 4, 7, 9 and 10 Chemistry and Earth and Space students who are … Continued
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
What shapes genetic diversity in mammals?
26 May 2020

What shapes genetic diversity in mammals?

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Global map points to evolution and climate impacting the biodiversity of mammals. Use this resource to build on prior knowledge with students in year 10 studying biodiversity and the importance of it to understand the impact of climate change on … 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
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
Cold green life: the climate scientist balancing Antarctic research and sustainable living
11 Sep 2018

Cold green life: the climate scientist balancing Antarctic research and sustainable living

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What does being interested in Climate Change lead to in terms of a career? How do we know climate change is even happening – isn’t there still conflicting evidence? Nerilie Abram is living the dream, and trying to ensure it … Continued