Our research priorities

Our research is underpinned by rigorous scientific evidence, gathered and assessed with the best available tools.

Science, Economics and Insights Division strategic priorities are:

1. support adaptation to natural hazards and climate change
2. drive the repair and restoration of NSW’s natural capital
3. provide environmental foresight.

Key research capabilities

These research capabilities identified in our Strategic Plan 2023–26 guide our research efforts:

• biodiversity and landscapes
• emissions and climate change
• environmental health
• water, wetlands and coasts
• natural capital and economics
• community and culture.

Research partnerships

Our research partnerships align with our priority research areas. By working with partners we:

• fill gaps in our knowledge
• build our knowledge base
• broaden our skills and perspectives
• share training and information
• combine our strengths and expertise to solve complex problems
• deliver high quality, relevant research outcomes
• inform and build a resilient future for New South Wales.

We have a strong history of collaboration with government colleagues and agencies, universities and the broader research community, and the private sector.

Impacts of previous collaborations can be seen in:

• the 2019–20 Impact and Engagement Statement with the University of New England
• the 2022  Impact and Engagement Statement with the University of New South Wales.