The Environment Institute Launch

The University of Adelaide has brought together its finest researchers to tackle the greatest environmental challenges facing Australia and the world.

The Environment Institute, under the directorship of Mike Young, was officially launched on June 4 at the National Wine Centre by the SA Minister for Environment and Conservation, the Honourable Jay Weatherill.

Minister Weatherill and Professor Young were among several speakers, including the Federal Member for Port Adelaide, Mr Mark Butler; Professor Robyn Williams from the ABC's Science Show; and the University's Vice-Chancellor and President, Professor James McWha.