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CSIRO job cuts threaten Australia's global climate projections

Published Tuesday, May 19, 2026 · Updated May 20

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Australia's national science agency, CSIRO, is proceeding with job cuts that will see around 100 scientists made redundant. These cuts are part of a larger plan to reduce full-time research positions by 300-350, raising concerns about the impact on Australia's climate science capabilities and global climate projections.

What We Know — Key Points

  • CSIRO management is expected to confirm approximately 100 scientist redundancies at a staff meeting, part of a plan announced in November to cut 300-350 full-time research positions.

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  • The GuardianLeft-leaning

    The article frames the job cuts at CSIRO as "foolish" and detrimental to Australia's climate science capabilities and international standing, emphasizing the negative impact on climate projections and future damage forecasting.

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