Steering Sustainability

We are witnessing unprecedented rates of biodiversity loss, with species disappearing at a pace not seen in millions of years, which is posing serious risks to people and the planet. To mitigate those risks, the global community has committed to protecting 30 percent of our lands and waters by 2030. But will this be enough? And how likely is it that we reach this target in the first place? In our final episode, we speak to each other. Drawing on our research on community-based conservation across

Failing to take action on climate change and biodiversity loss is deeply unjust, as those lease responsible for these crises often bear the greatest burden. Yet taking action can be just as unjust if our solutions inadvertently reinforce the very inequalities we are trying to overcome. So how can we navigate this complexity in our pursuit of sustainability? In this episode, we sit down with Associate Professor Kristina Sehlin Macneil, the Deputy Director at Várdduo Center for Sámi

We know climate action is crucial, yet so many of us struggle to live fully sustainable lives. But does it really matter how much we, as individuals, engage in climate action? Who is ultimately responsible for addressing global challenges like climate change? Melissa and Ariane sit down with Dr Scott Hanson-Easey from the School of Public Health at the University of Adelaide to explore the often-discussed gap between knowledge and action in addressing climate change. Drawing on his background in

While there no doubt that transitioning away from fossil fuels is crucial for the future of our planet, it is still important to consider what we are transitioning towards. Wind and sunlight may be renewable and infinite, but can the same be said for the resources that wind turbines and solar panels are made of? In this episode, we are joined by Dr Rachelle Kernen from the School of Physics, Chemistry and Earth Sciences at the University of Adelaide. As a geoscientist with a research focus on

It can be overwhelming to think about feeding eight billion people. But in our current food system, choices in one place can influence lives around the world. So what can we collectively do to make sure that people everywhere have access to fresh and healthy food? In this episode, we talk to Associate Professor Douglas Bardsley, a fellow human geographer from the University of Adelaide. Drawing on his extensive research on environmental and agricultural risk management, Doug shares his insights into

How renewable are renewables? How do we feed 8 billion people? Why is 30% the magic number for protection in protected area management? And how we can adapt to the challenges we face today in sustainable and resilient ways? Welcome to Steering Sustainability, where we explore the questions that need to be asked – and answered – to unlock a better future. Join Professor Melissa Nursey-Bray and Dr Ariane Gienger, as they tackle these questions, and try to understand the challenges and