Lesley Hughes

Lesley Hughes

scientist Australia

Lesley Hughes is a professor emerita at Macquarie University and a prominent environmental scientist, known for her work with the Wentworth Group of Concerned Scientists and the Biodiversity Council. She has been an advocate for stronger biodiversity protections in Australia, expressing concern over the inadequate government funding allocated to nature conservation and the critical role of healthy ecosystems for human survival.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
36,004
Power
1,432$
Sentiment
4.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 2 4.00 0.05% +0% 67,886,011 36,004 $2,700,000 1,432$
Totals 2 67,886,011 36,004 $2,700,000 1,432$
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Recent Mentions

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Lesley Hughes, a professor emerita at Macquarie University and member of the Wentworth Group of Concerned Scientists and the Climate Council, said the last Coalition government 'went backwards' on addressing the climate crisis. 3

The Guardian: ‘Bordering on incredible’: Coalition under fire for planning to scrap Labor climate policies and offering none of its own | Australian election 2025