The risks to Australia of a 3°C warmer world

Science policy report, March 2021

This report synthesises the observed impacts of climate change on Australia and the risk to our future of the current global trajectory of greenhouse gas emissions. It focuses on the consequences of 3°C of global warming in the absence of greater mitigation strategies for four areas of importance to Australia’s future: our ecosystems, food production, cities and towns, and health and wellbeing. The impacts of those changes on the lives and wellbeing of Australians are discussed in detail.

My role in this publication was to lead the editing process. I worked closely with policy experts and liaised with the lead author to shape the content. I also provided science communication advice for the report itself and for the accompanying video.