Richard Eckard

Zero Net Emissions Agriculture CRC is offering a scholarship focused on developing guidance for on-farm greenhouse gas accounting in Australian agriculture. The project sits at the intersection of Agriculture , Environmental Science , and Economics , with a strong emphasis on credible, practical, and nationally consistent emissions accounting. The successful candidate will investigate key issues such as carbon opportunity costs , carbon sequestration , permanence , double counting , and emissions attribution across supply chains . The work supports Project 3010 and is designed with industry to ensure the outcomes are practical, transparent, and fit for purpose for farmers and agribusinesses making credible and auditable emissions claims. The scholarship involves collaboration with leading experts from the University of New England , the NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development , and The Australian National University . The broader research context is Australian agriculture’s transition to a low-emissions future, with a focus on tools and frameworks that underpin emissions reporting and net-zero pathways. Funding: annual stipend of $37,746 (2026 rate). The post highlights direct engagement with industry partners and contribution to nationally significant research. Eligibility highlights: interest in agricultural sustainability, carbon accounting, greenhouse gas accounting, and applied research with real-world impact. No deadline, tuition details, or formal entry requirements are stated in the post. Apply: use the provided application link to learn more and submit your application.