The world’s water sensitive cities start here.

We exist to demonstrate how water can make the dream of sustainable, productive, resilient, and liveable cities a reality. We have started with real questions and worked with government and industry to develop answers. Together we have built solutions and tools, and created enduring partnerships along the way.

Affecting change in the real world

At the Cooperative Research Centre for Water Sensitive Cities (CRCWSC) we put water at the heart of our cities’ biophysical, economic, and social wellbeing. We bring together global thought leaders to drive cross-disciplinary research into urban planning and water management in Australia and overseas. Collaborating with our university, industry, and government partners, we help cities respond to today's pressing water problems for the benefit of current and future generations.

Our impact is diverse: end-users are empowered with new knowledge, effective tools, and an opportunity to join the global transition to water sensitive cities.