Science is at the heart of everything we do
Our scientific work goes beyond the traditional scope of conservation to tackle Australia’s toughest environmental challenges. From pioneering techniques to restore lost shellfish reefs in the south, to innovative fire programs at a vast scale in the north, our science work constantly pushes the practice of conservation forward. We have more than 400 scientists spread across the world working hands-on with nature, discovering smarter ways of protecting endangered species and their fragile environments.
Here in Australia, our team includes highly qualified, experienced and published experts in their fields, so we’re in good hands to achieve our conservation goals.
Find out more about our scientists like Director of Conservation (Australia) Dr James Fitzsimons and Senior Lead Scientist (global) Dr Eddie Game.
Explore our work
Living Melbourne: Greenprinting a metropolis
Urban green spaces generate a multitude of benefits for cities. Now there's a guide for helping nature flourish in communities across the globe.
Restoring shellfish reefs
Shellfish reefs are Australia’s most critically endangered marine ecosystem. Made up of billions of oysters and mussels, they once thrived in Australia’s bays and estuaries from Noosa in Queensland right around Australia’s southern coastline to Perth in Western Australia. Now less than 10% remain.
3 ways to save the Earth
New science shows a clear path we must take to prevent irreversible damage to the lands, waters that sustain us all. It's not too late to choose a more sustainable future where nature and people thrive together. To reach it, we must transform the way we get our food, fish and energy right now.
Mapping ocean wealth to uncover the value of Australia’s coastal wetlands
Understanding the value of coastal wetlands as a social and economic benefit is key to appreciating their importance and enables coastal wetlands to be factored into decision making at all levels.
