We use science to:
1. Understand the land and its plants and animals
Science helps us identify conservation targets most in need of protection. Biodiversity surveys help provide knowledge of species and ecosystems to ensure we can manage them effectively.
As we grow, we’re increasingly looking to citizen scientists and collaborative programs (such as BushBlitz) to help gather knowledge, monitor our impact and build opportunities for young scientists to learn from our staff.
2. Generate new knowledge
There’s still a lot we don’t know about the best ways to restore damaged ecosystems and rebuild species populations. Research is focused on such questions. Sharing what we learn with our partners, the scientific and conservation community helps to build knowledge.
3. Inform decision making
Research helps us set priorities, allocate resources and identify knowledge gaps to fill through more research. Monitoring our impact allows us to evaluate and improve our strategies.
Our work includes rebuilding viable populations of native species, revegetating cleared land to increase connectivity, managing fire, and controlling feral animals and weeds. These actions are all based on the best-available science.