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We've been awarded the region's most sustainable university

Explore why the University of Tasmania was awarded the Sustainability Institute of the Year at the Green Gown Awards Australasia in 2021.

A beacon of sustainability

Beth Rad has changed her entire lifestyle since studying the free Diploma of Sustainable Living course at the University of Tasmania.

Record-smashing heatwaves are hitting Antarctica and the Arctic

Sharon Robinson, Dana Bergstrom and Simon Alexander share what’s driving them, and how they’ll impact wildlife.

The legacy of Lake Pedder: how the world’s first Green Party was born

In an effort to save Lake Pedder from a hydro-electricity scheme, the world’s first environmental political party was formed in Tasmania writes Benjamin J. Richardson.

We're a certified carbon neutral uni

In 2016, the University of Tasmania became one of two Australian unis to be certified carbon neutral by Climate Active.

Scholarship winner's eye on the future of climate change

A Westpac Future Leaders Scholarship is allowing Charlotte Jones to help the generation.

Our cities need more green spaces for rest and play — here’s how

Much "left-over" land in cities could be used as highly beneficial green spaces, writes Professor Jason Byrne.

Tasmania Project identifies inequalities for LGBTIQ

The first major social survey in Tasmania to gather comparable statistics on LGBTIQ and non-LGBTIQ populations has found clear differences in experiences of wellbeing, writes Ruby Grant.

Our giant forests may become increasingly at risk with climate change

Fire scientist Dr James Furlaud discusses his latest research.

Unravelling the role of climate and forestry in the bushfire disaster

Getting to the bottom of the cause of the extent and severity of these fires is essential for sustainable forest management, writes Professor David Bowman.

Testlab links agriculture with smart technology

Tasmanian farmers and primary producers can now test drive the University of Tasmania’s Industry 4.0 Testlab.

Creative & personalised foods for the future

3D food printers could reduce waste and energy consumption involved in conventional food production.

From greenkeeper to green pastures

Competitive bowler, to greenkeeper to sales agronomist. Taelyn was encourage to take a leap into studying Agri Science degree and he is so happy he did.

Assisting Tasmanian farmers drives Hannah to great heights

When pursuing a career in agriculture, helping Tasmanian farmers at the grass roots of production was always Hannah Cummins’ top priority.

Drones to look after Tassie animals

Yee Von Teo is going to spend the next three years monitoring large mammals in Tasmania using drones for her doctoral research.

Study quantifies devils’ decline due to facial tumour disease

White continent, white blokes: shedding Antarctica's exclusionary past

Associate Professor Dr Meredith Nash and Dr Robyn Moore explore ways to make Antarctic research more inclusive.

AMC Student Investigates Offshore Renewable Energy in Tasmania

Ocean Engineering Student investigates Tasmania’s Offshore Renewable Energy Capability through Blue Economy Honours Project.

How you can have a green impact no matter what you study

Chester is helping change mindsets for a sustainable workplace in the future.

Leading the way for a sustainable future

The University of Tasmania has ranked #3 on Climate Action for universities internationally