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Record-smashing heatwaves are hitting Antarctica and the Arctic simultaneously
A closer look at what’s driving the extreme anomalies for each region, and the flow-on effects for polar wildlife like penguins and polar bears.
Science and Technology
UOW researchers honoured for contributions to environmental sciences
Associate Professor Jenny Fisher awarded Anton Hales Medal, Professor Kerrylee Rogers awarded Frederick White Medal
Arts and Culture
UOW student named the 2022 Local Woman of the Year
Climate warrior Moemoana Schwenke received the award from the Member for Wollongong Paul Scully MP
Environment and Energy
Invasive species are threatening Antarctica’s fragile ecosystems as human activity grows and the world warms
The simplicity of Antarctica’s food webs means there are gaps in the ecosystem that other species from around the world can fill
Environment and Energy
The 2019-20 mega-fires: what did we learn and will it equip us for the future?
Rate of change in fire risk outstripping the capacity of ecological and social systems to adapt
Environment and Energy
UOW students fight for a healthier planet
Grace Mahon and Ben Hamill call on the Australian government to put net-zero target into legislation and to recognise the role of universities in tackling ‘climate emergency’