Jade

Jade Williams, Ph.D., is a passionate environmental historian at the University of Sydney in Australia. She has authored several books including "The Silent Forest: The Impact of Deforestation on Indigenous Cultures" and "Water Whispers: A History of Australia's Droughts and Floods". Jade recently published an insightful volume on urban wildlife adaptation titled "City Creatures: Living Among Us", which explores how animals have adapted to life in metropolitan areas.

Her latest endeavor, supported by a grant from the Australian Research Council, delves into the history of renewable energy adoption and its influence on community development in remote regions. Jade's work has earned her numerous accolades, such as the Eureka Prize for Environmental Research, the David Storch Award, and the Prime Minister’s Environmentalist of the Year award. An engaging speaker, she was featured as one of ABC Radio National's Emerging Thinkers and holds a fellowship with the Academy of Social Sciences in Australia.

In her spare time, Jade volunteers with local conservation groups, working tirelessly to protect natural habitats and promote sustainable living practices. Her dedication to bridging the gap between historical knowledge and practical solutions for today's environmental challenges makes her a leading voice in the field of environmental studies.