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Our science and research

Explore our research on coasts and waterways, plants, animals, soils, air, climate, heritage and tourism.

Aaron Wright, OEH scientist

The Science, Economics and Insights Division is NSW’s premier environmental research group.

Country landscape between Dubbo and Newcastle

Our research programs and partnerships help inform government decision-making and planning to protect our environment.

A scientific instrument, called an infrared spectrometer, in a laboratory

Our work addresses some of the biggest environmental challenges we face today.

A salinity research site at Cundumbul, near Wellington NSW, is seen from the air

Read about our research and discoveries in our latest news stories.