Strategic advice

ATSE’s submission makes 6 recommendations about using the NCGP to support research in Australia. ATSE argues for using the NCGP to champion underinvested in types of research, including fundamental, Interdisciplinary, null result and replication research. It calls for research funding to be moved towards 3% of GDP and calls for funding the full cost of research.

ATSE’s submission considers that a coordinated response is needed to adopt and regulate AI and ensure continued public participation in AI-related decisions. AI can grow industries to be globally competitive and create new and high-paying jobs.

ATSE welcomes a consultation on a future National Water Agreement. We support the inclusion of themes for water quality, climate change and population growth, transparency in decision-making, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander engagement.

The food and beverage industry is on the brink of transformation with technologies like AI and automation offering opportunities to drive innovation, enhance productivity, and promote sustainability.

Reducing emissions from energy use via renewable electricity and electrification is necessary for Australia to reach net zero.

This interim submission strongly supports the Interim Report’s renewal of the commitment to the National Water Reform, building on the solid foundations of the National Water Initiative (NWI) to ensure Australia’s water resources’ long-term security amidst climate change and population growth. 

ATSE has urged a suite of actions and investments to protect the future of the Murray-Darling Basin in the face of climate change, which is threatening the river’s health and sustainability.

ATSE provided a short submission supporting the establishment of the Net Zero Emissions Authority.

The Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) commends the significance of the Recycling and Waste Reduction Act 2020 in aligning Australia with international waste management obligations and fostering domestic reprocessing infrastructure.