Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO)

The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) is Australia’s national science agency, dedicated to solving the country’s greatest challenges through science and technology. Established in 1916, it bridges research, industry, and government to deliver innovations that support sustainability, productivity, and economic growth. Headquartered in Canberra with facilities nationwide, CSIRO’s expertise spans energy, mining, agriculture, climate, manufacturing, health, and digital technologies. The agency is known for global breakthroughs such as Wi-Fi, cyanide-free gold extraction, and advances in clean hydrogen and carbon capture. Through partnerships with businesses and research institutions worldwide, CSIRO delivers practical, science-based solutions that help Australia transition to a low-emissions, circular economy and achieve net-zero by 2050.