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Environmental Chemistry and Climate Resilience Engineering Research Group
Innovative solutions for sustainable water, land and climate resilience
How our research drives innovation in sustainability for a resilient future
We use advanced chemistry and engineering to address climate challenges and enhance environmental sustainability. From water management to waste repurposing, we deliver impactful solutions to create a resilient future.
Our research areas
Our research focuses on solving environmental challenges caused or exacerbated by climate change. We work on managing extreme weather impacts, creating sustainable water supplies, reducing water use in industries and restoring damaged land and water to build a more resilient future.
Environmental impacts of extreme weather events
We study how events like bushfires and floods affect soil and water quality. Our work helps farmers, councils and developers manage soil nutrients, heavy metals and water quality during extreme weather.
Reducing the water footprint of primary industries
We help mining and agriculture reduce their water use through innovative filtration systems, additives for mine tailings and intelligent irrigation designs. Our work allows industries to minimise environmental impacts while maintaining productivity.
Drought-resilient water supplies
Our research explores ways to make water supplies more reliable during droughts. We focus on groundwater, desalination, recycling and aquifers to provide sustainable and affordable water solutions.
Sustainable remediation of land and water
We use nature-based approaches to improve damaged soils and waterways. Our team develops eco-friendly solutions like biochar and uses by-products to clean polluted water and support a circular economy.
Help us create a sustainable future
Join a team of experts committed to solving climate and environmental challenges. Learn to design solutions that make a real impact.
Our researchers
Our team combines chemistry and engineering to solve water and land challenges. We’re helping Australia adapt to climate change with practical, science-based solutions.
The team is led by Associate Professor Ellen Moon, who explores innovative solutions in environmental engineering, focusing on sustainability, water management and addressing environmental contamination challenges.
Featured projects
From reducing water use in mining to developing cost-effective carbon capture methods, we’re creating innovative technologies to protect resources and support a cleaner future.
Deakin research looks for water-wise processing in mineral mining
We’re exploring ways to reduce water use in mineral mining. By designing smarter processes and technologies, our research helps the mining industry become more sustainable while conserving water.
Biosolids to biochar: Turning a waste into a valuable resource
Partnering with Barwon Water, we are developing and testing new biochar formulations in laboratory, greenhouse and on farm trials to boost crop yields, improve water retention and lock away carbon.
Contact us
Email Dr Ellen Moon
