Angus Morrison-Saunders

Professor Angus Morrison-Saunders is a Professor in Environmental Management at Edith Cowan University's School of Science. He specializes in environmental impact assessment (EIA), sustainability, and strategic environmental assessment. His work focuses on translating policies into actionable environmental outcomes, particularly in mining, tourism, and urban planning. He holds adjunct roles at North West University (South Africa) and the University of Cambridge.

Education: PhD in Environmental Management from Murdoch University (1997).

Research Interests: EIA efficacy, sustainability assessment, mine closure planning, and biodiversity offsets. He emphasizes the role of qualitative methods, public participation, and adaptive management in environmental decision-making.

Grants: Includes projects on climate change adaptation in local government, just transitions for Collie, and international guidance for impact assessment follow-up.

Awards: Eric Anderson Prize (2016–2017), IAIA Outstanding Service Award (2015), and multiple teaching excellence awards. His work bridges academia and industry, influencing policy globally.