Centre for Air pollution, energy and health Research
An NHMRC Centre of Research Excellence
Join us in-person or online to hear about new research findings on the health impacts of air pollution and learn about the CAR collaborative research experience
02 May 2022
CAR Symposium 2022 - Register now
The Centre for Air pollution, energy and health Research (CAR) 2022 Symposium will focus on collaborations & partnerships for improved air quality.
We will hear from Prof Lidia Morawska on "What is the role for international agencies in pursuing safe air?"
30 March 2022
Bushfire smoke and your health
We've updated our factsheet on the health impacts of bushfire smoke to incorporate practical considerations to protect yourself from bushfire smoke during the COVID-19 pandemic.
11 March 2022
Tackling air pollution now: Election priorities released
We've just released our full policy priorities for the next federal election. Read about the 6 actions the next government needs to undertake to improve air quality in Australia
We are a virtual centre that brings together more than 30 researchers from around Australia and internationally to pursue collaborative research projects and translate our research into practice. Our research aims to understand the health impacts of air pollution and new energy sources.
Our vision is for a healthier community through cleaner air and cleaner energy sources.
Events
01 April 2022
RECORDING AVAILABLE:
What should the next government do to improve air quality?
In the lead up to the 2022 Federal Election, hear from our Chief Investigators Fay Johnston and Graeme Zosky as they outline our 6 policy priorities to improve air quality in Australia
18 February 2022
February webinar: Climate Change communication: best practice, tips and tricks
Hear from Dylan Quinnell from the Climate Media Centre as he explains how to best and most effectively communicate about climate change and the health impacts with a general Australian audience and the media
22 December 2021
December webinar:
Air pollution and sleep apnea
David Clark from the University of Melbourne presented a webinar on the association between traffic-related air pollution and obstructive sleep apnea.