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How can blue carbon and environmental markets support Indigenous economic development and climate action, while protecting rights and culture?

A hub project led by the Indigenous Carbon Industry Network (ICIN) has explored how Indigenous rights, interests and aspirations intersect with Australia’s emerging blue carbon and environmental markets. The project involved researchers from Northern Institute/ Charles Darwin University and the North Australian Indigenous Land and Sea Management Alliance Ltd ().

🔗https://www.nespmarinecoastal.edu.au/story/blue-carbon-and-environmental-markets-in-australia-understanding-the-opportunities-and-risks-for-indigenous-people/

📰NESP Marine and Coastal Hub

Blue carbon and environmental markets in Australia: understanding opportunities and risks for Indigenous People - Marine and Coastal Hub Australia has been described as a hotspot for blue carbon, which is the carbon captured and stored by coastal and marine ecosystems. Blue carbon

Who benefits from household energy efficiency? ⚡🏠

A study from Riasad Amin, a Northern Institute PhD student, in the context of Darwin shows that concern about climate change motivates people to save electricity, but motivation isn’t enough. Homeowners and higher‑income households are far more able to upgrade homes, while renters face real barriers. Without structural support, energy transitions risk deepening inequality.

Interested? Read more on this article here👉 http://go.cdu.edu.au/frvq



Charles Darwin University CDU Faculty of Arts and Society Universities Australia Molly Wardaguga Research Centre First Nations Leadership - Charles Darwin University Northern Territory Government Menzies School of Health Research Northern Territory Renewable Energy (Solar Power, Electric Vehicles Etc)

🌏✨ Leadership Opportunity in Northern Australia! ✨🌏

We’re seeking a bold, visionary academic leader 🧭 to shape the future of social and policy research 📊📚 in one of Australia’s most dynamic and diverse regions.

🎓Director – Northern Institute
📍 Darwin | CDU’s new ‘Danala’ City Campus 🏙️🌴
🕒 Full-time | 5-year fixed-term senior appointment

🔍 About the Northern Institute
Northern Institute leads research on the big issues shaping Australia’s north, including:

🧠 Indigenous Knowledge & Governance
👥 Population, Workforce & Sustainable Economy
📈 Policy & Program Evaluation and Analysis
🏥📚 Education, Health & Community Wellbeing
🌱🌏 Environment, Climate Change & Indigenous Science

As Director, you will lead high-impact, multidisciplinary research 🔬✨ that delivers real-world outcomes locally, nationally and globally 🌐.

👤 About you
✔️ PhD with a strong record of original research
✔️ Experience leading complex, multidisciplinary teams
✔️ Proven success in securing major research funding 💰
✔️ Deep commitment to collaboration and innovation 🤝

🔥 Ready to influence national agendas, lead a passionate research community, & drive impact in a place like no other?☀️🌴⛵🐊 😎

⏰ Applications are now open
📅 Close 9 April 2026
🔗 Apply here: http://go.cdu.edu.au/fruahttp://go.cdu.edu.au/frua

Please share this exciting opportunity with any parties that might be interested!



Charles Darwin University CDU Faculty of Arts and Society Universities Australia Molly Wardaguga Research Centre First Nations Leadership - Charles Darwin University Menzies School of Health Research Northern Territory Government