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Climate change network

UQ has deep expertise across its faculties and institutes to shape responses to the pressing global challenge of climate change

Our capabilities and impact

UQ's research encompasses technical climate modelling, as well as how to adapt responses to climate change impacts on biodiversity, agriculture, built environments, the health sector, and people and communities. Our researchers have the expertise to respond to climate change through business and finance, law and policy, and political processes.

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Ecosystems

Ecosystems are studied for climate change effects, including biodiversity's role in mitigating impacts and assessing risks for future development in environments.
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Health

Climate change affects human health through natural and social systems, altering living conditions and survival. Addressing health risks aids and informs intervention strategies.
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Policy, politics, and law

Addressing climate change requires legal, policy, and communication strategies for societal support. UQ's network leverages existing expertise on policy, politics and law.
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People and communities

Individuals, communities, and Indigenous peoples influence climate change responses through actions and beliefs; inclusive decision-making is key at all societal levels.
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Sustainable built environment

UQ researchers are developing climate-friendly cities through low-carbon buildings and circular economy solutions to enhance environmental and social outcomes.
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Agriculture, land, and resource use

Food production within climate variability and resource scarcity is challenging, UQ leads innovative agriculture solutions, emphasising climate-resilient systems.
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Business and finance

To create a sustainable future, UQ researchers equip stakeholders with practical strategies for achieving net zero commitments in business and finance.
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Climate science

Researchers at UQ study climate events like bushfires and collaborate with government on regional climate modelling to predict future extreme events.

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Contact

Contact us for more information about our capabilities or to find a researcher.

Professor Justine Bell-James
Director, Climate Change Network
Email: climatechange@uq.edu.au