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National Environmental Science Program

The National Environmental Science Program (NESP) is a long-term commitment by the Australian Government. The program funds environment and climate research.

The first phase invested $145 million (2014-15 to 2020-21) into 6 research hubs.

The second phase is investing $149 million (2020-21 to 2026-27) into 4 new research hubs.

Australian research institutions host the multi-disciplinary research hubs.

The program:

  • provides evidence for the design, delivery and on-ground outcomes for environmental programs
  • helps decision-makers, including from Indigenous communities, build resilience
  • supports positive environmental, social and economic outcomes.

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Coastal monitoring

Coastal monitoring transcript

Nature is always changing and moving and this can cause erosion.

The National Environmental Science Program Earth Systems and Climate Change Hub is working with the Victorian Coastal Monitoring Program to understand how climate change is impacting on erosion rates along the Victorian coast.

This research is helping coastal councils, conservation groups and government prioritise management decisions, ensuring the resilience of our coastlines now and into the future.

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Cats

Cats transcript

Cats have had a large impact on Australia’s wildlife sending many species into decline.

The National Environmental Science Program through the Threatened Species Recovery Hub has greatly improved our understanding of the impacts of both feral and pet cats and how to limit the damage they cause.

This has identified which animals are most susceptible to cat predation and should be prioritised for inclusion in our network of cat and fox free havens, to help protect Australia’s wildlife.

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Gouldian Finches

Gouldian Finches transcript

eDNA data reveals endangered birds of a feather flock together.

Environmental DNA has proven to be an efficient way to detect the presence of an endangered bird species such as the Gouldian Finch.

The government is committed to our threatened species by investing in the latest technology, environmental DNA can help us find where the Gouldian Finches are living to carefully manage their habitats.

This DNA technique means that just a cupful of water collected from a natural pool can show whether Gouldian Finches occupy the area, saving hours of research for our scientists.

The National Environmental Science Program continues to deliver practical results on ground for our threatened species.

  • Gouldian Finches video(link is external)

Crown-of-thorns starfish

Crown-of-thorns starfish transcript

The Government’s commitment to the Great Barrier Reef includes innovative control methods for the Crown-of-thorns starfish.

National Environmental Science Program research has revolutionised control of Crown-of-thorns starfish on the Great Barrier Reef.

More coral is safe from the starfish thanks to dedicated trained divers.

Young people, many of whom are reef Traditional Owners, apply cutting edge starfish control techniques, to help improve the health of the Great Barrier Reef.

The Crown-of-thorns Starfish Control Program, led by the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, has reduced starfish damage to economically, and ecologically important reefs, and it has supported hundreds of young trainees to gain employment in marine and tourism industries.

The National Environmental Science Program will continue to deliver the research and the practical action for best practice reef management, both in Australia and around the world.

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