Feb 2, 2017
New Goyder Institute projects announced
The Goyder Institute for Water Research is pleased to announce two new projects that will commence in 2017. Read More
Showing Articles with Tag: Climate Action
Mar 9, 2017
New research to empower decision makers with climate change data
The Goyder Institute for Water Research’s innovative research into the impact of climate change in South Australia will be boosted by a new project led by experienced researcher, Associate Professor Seth Westra. Read More
May 26, 2017
Dr John Williams and Prof Andy Pitman to speak at Goyder Forum Dinner
Former head of CSIRO Land and Water, Dr John Williams, and climate scientist Prof Andy Pitman will speak at this year's Goyder Water Forum Dinner. Read More
Jul 27, 2017
Goyder Institute researcher nominated for SA Scientist of the Year award
Finalists have been announced for the South Australian Government’s 2017 SA Science Excellence Award. Read More
Jun 26, 2017
Work commences on carbon sequestration project
The Goyder Institute for Water Research is pleased to announce the commencement of a new project. Read More
Aug 27, 2017
Multidisciplinary research team working to determine the value of South Australia's coastal carbon ecosystems
The recently-started project Coastal Carbon Opportunities: demonstrating additionality and potential for future offsets in South Australia' will see a multidisciplinary research team working to determine the value of South Australia's coastal carbon ecosystems. Read More
Dec 12, 2017
Goyder Institute research in full swing as 2017 comes to an end
This year has seen Goyder Institute research taken to the sky and the mangroves as part of the Coastal Carbon Opportunities: demonstrating additionality and potential for future offsets in South Australia project led by Professor Bronwyn Gillanders of the University of Adelaide. Read More
Jan 26, 2018
From Salt to C: carbon sequestration through ecological restoration at the Dry Creek Salt Field
The outcomes from this Goyder Institute for Water Research project will document whether salt field restoration can contribute to carbon neutrality and net zero emissions through bio-sequestration. Read More
Apr 6, 2018
Innovative solutions and emerging knowledge needs for addressing the Water-Energy nexus identified at the Smart Water Summit
The Goyder Institute for Water Research sponsored a panel session at the Adelaide’s Smart Water Summit in March. Read More
Aug 23, 2018
New tools developed to help improve water security in the face of climate change
Goyder Institute researchers have developed new tools to help planners and policy-makers assess the impact of climate change on water resource systems and guide adaption planning. The tools address a significant knowledge gap – how to best use climate projections to modify or augment a system’s design to improve its resilience in a changing hydroclimate. Read More
Sep 27, 2018
Goyder Institute leads independent review of the science underpinning reductions to allocations in the Lower Limestone Coast
The Goyder Institute for Water Research has begun an independent review of the science underpinning reductions to allocations in Lower Limestone Coast Water Allocation Plan (LLC WAP, 2013) to support the South East NRM Board. The SE NRM Board and the Goyder Institute commissioned the review at the request of the Minister for Environment and Water. Read More
Sep 27, 2018
Halfway point for Coastal Carbon Opportunities project
The Coastal Carbon Opportunities project is among the first to research climate change mitigation in coastal systems. The Goyder Institute for Water Research team, led by Professor Bronwyn Gillanders (University of Adelaide), are investigating the potential of South Australian coastal ecosystems (seagrass, mangrove and saltmarsh) for carbon sequestration and storage. Read More
Oct 30, 2018
2018--19 annual R&D plan outlines future research for the Institute
The Goyder Institute for Water Research has released its Annual Research and Development Plan and Budget for 2018--19. A companion to the Institute's Strategic Research Plan 2015--2019, the annual R&D plan summarises the achievements of the previous year and sets out the planned research and knowledge management activities for the year ahead. Read More
Nov 22, 2018
Goyder Institute finalist in SA Climate Leaders Awards
The Goyder Institute for Water was a finalist in the Government category of the Premier’s Climate Change Council SA Climate Leader Awards, announced on 31 October 2018. The SA Climate Leader Awards recognise the achievements of individuals and organisations who take action to address climate change in South Australia. Read More
Nov 22, 2018
Goyder Institute recommends key actions to secure the future of the Coorong's South Lagoon
In a report released by the South Australian Minister for Environment and Water, David Speirs MP, the Goyder Institute recommended a series of short, medium and long-term actions to restore the ecological character of the South Lagoon of the Coorong. Read More
Dec 19, 2018
Blue carbon research is attracting nationwide interest
After 18 months of tidal reconnection, it is getting green inside the salt pond under investigation by the ‘Salt to C’ research team from the Goyder Institute for Water Research. Tidal re-connection is a top priority activity recommended by a national blue carbon working group for establishing a methodology under the Emissions Reduction Fund for blue carbon. Read More
Feb 1, 2019
New evidence that adding clay to sandy soils can improve soil fertility and sequester carbon
Agricultural soils are important not only for their critical role securing food supplies in a resource limited world but for their contribution to the balance of greenhouse gas emissions. Read More
Mar 29, 2019
Goyder projects in the news
The Goyder Institute for Water Research'ss G-FLOWS project was featured in the Sunday Mail on 23 March 2019, spreading the word that the team found ancient water in the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands. Early indications are that it could not only sustain the community's ongoing water needs but have significant economic development potential for the region if developed sustainably. Read More
Apr 26, 2019
Engagement across government sectors to inform a new Climate Change Science and Knowledge Plan for South Australia
The Department for Environment and Water (DEW) is developing a Climate Change Science and Knowledge Plan for the South Australian Government to make sure the State has robust science, information and models to understand and address the impacts of a changing climate. Read More
May 31, 2019
Carbon offsets research to support the State Carbon Sequestration Strategy
The Goyder Institute for Water Research initiated the Carbon Offsets Research to Support the State Carbon Sequestration Strategy project to assess South Australia's potential to offset emissions through land-use change and increase participation in the national Emissions Reduction Fund (ERF). The ERF has recently transitioned to the Climate Solutions Fund (CSF). Read More
Aug 28, 2019
State Government seeks community feedback on Healthy Coorong, Healthy Basin Action Plan
The Department for Environment and Water (DEW) announced on 23 August it is seeking community feedback on the Healthy Coorong, Healthy Basin Action Plan which outlines proposed activities to restore and revitalise the Coorong. Read More
Sep 30, 2019
New research estimates SA’s carbon stocks and sequestration rates in coastal vegetated ecosystems
A report released this week by the Goyder Institute for Water Research summarises the most comprehensive data available for blue carbon in South Australia. Read More
Oct 13, 2019
New research estimates SA’s carbon stocks and sequestration rates in coastal vegetated ecosystems
A report released this week by the Goyder Institute for Water Research summarises the most comprehensive data available for blue carbon in South Australia. Read More
Oct 31, 2019
New research advances blue carbon opportunities in South Australia
A report released this month by the Goyder Institute for Water Research summarises the most comprehensive data available for blue carbon in South Australia, outlining the blue carbon ecosystems within the state and their estimated blue carbon stocks and sequestration rates. Read More
Nov 28, 2019
Research establishes proof of concept for blue carbon benefits from tidal reconnection of coastal wetlands
The Goyder Institute for Water Research Salt to C project is the first study in Australia to investigate the effects of tidal reconnection of a salt pond for carbon capture. The project report released this month outlines their finding that restoration of salt fields through tidal reconnection leads to a net gain in soil organic carbon stocks and rapid revegetation. Read More
Nov 28, 2019
New research identifies the importance of healthy coastal habitats for combating climate change
Blue carbon ecosystems like seagrasses, mangroves and tidal saltmarshes have exceptional capacity to sequester carbon dioxide. Compared to many terrestrial forests, these coastal vegetation communities can accumulate carbon at faster rates and store it for longer periods, making them an important tool to combat climate change. Read More
Feb 27, 2020
ONE Basin CRC bid gains momentum
The Murray-Darling Basin is one of Australia’s most crucial, varied and productive natural resources, producing over one-third of our national food supply. Across the basin, farm businesses, the broader agri-sector and rural communities are facing significant challenges, with a changing climate and water availability combined with global influences, agricultural markets and industry adjustments. Read More
Mar 31, 2020
Investigations underway to help restore the Coorong
The Australian and South Australian governments have announced the next $22.2 million of funding to help get the Coorong back on track for a healthy future. Read More
Aug 23, 2020
Goyder Institute partners with the Australian and South Australian governments to restore a wetland of international importance - the Coorong’s South Lagoon
The Goyder Institute for Water Research is pleased to announce that it is partnering with the Australian and South Australian governments for Phase 1 of the Healthy Coorong Healthy Basin Program (HCHB). Read More
Feb 25, 2021
New South Australian Government Climate Change Action Plan provides framework for future research of the Goyder Institute
The Goyder Institute welcomes the South Australian Government Climate Change Action Plan 2021–2025, which was released late last year. The Action Plan describes government-led objectives and actions to help to build a strong, climate smart economy, further reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and support South Australia to adapt to a changing climate. Read More
Apr 29, 2021
Project Coorong’s Science Forum resources now available
Several scientists from the Goyder Institute for Water Research participated in the Project Coorong’s World Wetlands Day Science Forum that was held in Goolwa in February. The Science Forum gave members of the local community the opportunity to hear about the research underway in the Coorong. Read More
Oct 29, 2021
Call for participation – water resources conference at World Expo in Dubai
United Arab Emirates and South Australia will join forces to explore future water security solutions by co-hosting a major industry conference during the World Expo in Dubai from 22-24 March 2022. Read More
Oct 29, 2021
Independent evaluation highlights success of Institute’s second term
An independent evaluation has concluded that the Goyder Institute’s second term research program (2015-2020) was highly successful, delivering important research that influenced priority water policies and improved economic, environmental, cultural and social outcomes within South Australia. Read More
Nov 19, 2021
Goyder Institute announced as winner of Australian Water Association’s SA Branch R&D award
The Goyder Institute Partners were recently awarded the Australian Water Association’s SA Branch R&D Award for the Institute’s second term research program. This is a wonderful recognition of the quality and impact of the Institute’s research, with the award acknowledging its significant contribution to a sustainable and prosperous water future for South Australia and Australia. Read More
Nov 30, 2021
Impact of second-term projects continue to ‘flow’
Following the successful completion of the second term of the Goyder Institute, the research program continues to have important impacts locally and nationally. Read More