National Interest

A few weeks ago, Canadian journalist Alanna Mitchell told us about the impact of global warming on the world's oceans. Her conclusions were alarming and, sadly, scientific evidence of impending disaster continues to accumulate. A new CSIRO report on the impact of climate change on fisheries and aquaculture in Australia identifies both challenges and opportunities for the $2 billion industry. But there would appear to be a lot more downside than up. Perhaps most alarming of all is the lack of baseline data on the current state of fish stocks in our waters. So, how can we plan ahead for the changes and what can be done to safeguard our fish-stocks?

Guests

Dr Alistair Hobday
Marine Ecologist, Biological Oceanographer and Modeller, CSIRO Marine and Atmospheric Research, Hobart

Further Information

ImplicatIons of clImate change for AustralIan fisheries and aquaculture: a preliminary assessment

Interview with Alanna Mitchell, author of 'Seasick'

Presenter

Peter Mares

Producer

James Panichi

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