About us

Our research explores the intersections of climate change and work, notably the myriad ways in which climate change is impacting and threatening work, and the types of work involved in responding to climate change. We define work broadly to encompass paid and unpaid, formal and informal, labour. We also define climate change broadly to encompass the range of indirect as well as direct ways climate-related stresses and disruptions are affecting the world. By combining these analytical starting points, we are generating new insights about the complexities and implications of climate change for the world as we know it.

While we are a small team, we generate out-sized positive impact by focusing on important levers of change, notably policy and work practices. We are committed to understanding and supporting society’s enabling sectors – those foundational areas of work that strive to improve our collective well-being. This includes a wide range of public sector organisations (including all levels of government, public utilities such as water, electricity and transport and health organisations), community service and not-for-profit organisations, and the education and research sectors, namely universities.