Built environment
Report
The use of AI for improving energy security
Electricity systems around the world are under pressure due to aging infrastructure, rising demand for electricity and the need to decarbonise energy supplies at pace. The aim of this study was to provide insight into the state of artificial intelligence applications for the power grid, and the associated risks and opportunities.
Policy report
Power games - assessing coal to nuclear proposals in Australia: cost, timing, consent and other constraints
Proposals to introduce nuclear power to Australia need to be seen against the backdrop of the massive cost overruns that have plagued reactor construction projects over the past decade This report examines the impracticality of plans to introduce nuclear power to Australia in a timeframe commensurate with climate goals and the closure of most or...
Discussion paper
Embodied carbon emissions in Australia’s built environment
This paper lays out how the built environment contributes to Australia’s carbon emissions and why we need to focus on upfront embodied carbon now. Based on research findings from Australia and abroad, it highlights the issues that need to be addressed to successfully tackle embodied carbon and to achieve Australia’s commitment to net zero carbon...
Report
Getting off the waiting list? Managing housing assistance provision in an era of intensifying social housing shortage
In 2021-22, across Australia over 174,600 households had applied to live in social housing, but only 29,100 households—usually those with complex or acute needs—were offered a home. This research investigates how policymakers and housing providers can use other forms of housing assistance to support people who are otherwise eligible for social housing.
Evaluation
Riverwood North/Washington Park renewal project
This report summarises the findings of the Wave 3 fieldwork of the Riverwood North longitudinal evaluation study, which took place during the latter half of 2023. Reflecting on the overall aim of creating an integrated residential and community precinct, it appears the renewal has to a large extent been successful.