Image of a chimney blowing smoke. Text reads: "Our scientists are developing solutions to reduce air, land and water pollution." Links to an overview of the work CSIRO is doing. Photo by iStockphoto/000000581653
Pollution overview

Our scientists are working with industry, regulators and the community in the search for solutions to our mounting air, land and water pollution problems.

 Smoke stack
 
Air Pollution
 
Australian Air Quality Forecasting System

The Australian Air Quality Forecasting System predicts daily levels of photochemical smog, atmospheric particles (including wind-blown dust and smoke) and 22 other pollutants.

 Fire crews combat a bushfire on Canberra’s Black Mountain.
Land Pollution
 
Environmental biogeochemistry: protecting our land and water resources

To support the maintenance and protection of Australia’s land and water resources, we provide clients with science-based solutions to predict and manage the risks posed by environmental contaminants.

 Red algae on salt evaporation ponds near Gillman on the outskirts of Adelaide, South Australia. Torrens Island Power Station can be seen in the background.
Noise Pollution
 
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Water Pollution
 
Enzyme product removes pesticides from water

CSIRO and Orica Watercare have come up with an environmental first - an enzyme-based product that rapidly breaks down specific pesticide and herbicide contaminants.

 Orica Watercare employees lock the static mixer elements in place during bioremediation field trials.
 

National Research Flagships

Find out about the Flagship Program