Assoc Prof Pedro Fidelman

I am an Australia-based researcher focusing on how public policy and governance shape responses to global environmental change.

Originally from Brazil, I completed a BSc (Hons I) and MSc before moving to Australia, where I earned a PhD at the University of Wollongong on environmental policy and governance.

I am an Associate Professor and Principal Research Fellow at the Centre for Policy Futures, University of Queensland, where I lead the Environmental and Social Sustainability research theme. My work explores how institutions—such as policy, regulation and decision-making processes—can better support sustainability, from reef restoration and coastal governance to agricultural innovation, emerging technologies and catchment management.

I have contributed to several national and international initiatives, including Future Earth Australia’s Oceans and Coasts National Strategy Expert Working Group and the United Nations Global Environment Outlook 7, where I serve as Coordinating Lead Author for Oceans and Coasts.