QUT Centre for Environment and Society (CES)

Queensland University of Technology

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QUT Centre for Environment and Society brings together expertise in environmental, sustainability and resilience research to address global challenges, including climate change, biodiversity loss, natural hazards and urbanisation.

Through four interconnected research themes, Resilient Communities & Infrastructure, Climate Adaptation & Mitigation, Ecosystems & Biodiversity Conservation, and Sustainable Consumption & Production, the Centre combines scientific innovation with social, economic and policy expertise to deliver real-world impact.

Guided by four strategic pillars, Research Excellence & Capability, Research Impact, Collaboration & Partnerships, and Supportive & Inclusive Culture, the Centre advances interdisciplinary research, builds partnerships across government, industry and communities, and fosters an inclusive research culture.

Together, these priorities position the Centre as a globally connected leader delivering lasting benefits for people and the environment.

Website
https://research.qut.edu.au/centre-for-environment-and-society
Organisation type
  • University Research Centre
Number of research staff
20-100 research staff
Address
Gardens Point Campus, Queensland University of Technology, George Street, Brisbane QLD 4000

Strengths and capabilities

  • Advanced technologies, AI, robotics and data science to monitor marine, freshwater and terrestrial ecosystems.
  • Biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration and threatened species recovery through ecology, genetics and decision science.
  • Policy, financial and management solutions to support conservation and sustainable land use.
  • Disaster preparedness, hazard detection and communication strategies to strengthen community resilience.
  • Climate-adaptive cities, flood relocation planning and fire-resistant building technologies.
  • Sustainable buildings, materials and policies to reduce environmental impacts.
  • Circular economy solutions for textiles, plastics, recycling and waste reduction.
  • Sustainable food systems, responsible trade and consumption practices.
  • Innovative technologies for coral reef protection, stabilisation and restoration.
  • Marine ecosystem governance, spatial planning and evidence-based decision-making.
  • Environmental modelling and paleoecology to understand, monitor and forecast ecosystem and climate change.

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