Prof Jackie Peel announced as 2025 Marles Medal recipient

Named in honour of Ms Fay Marles AM, an alumna and first female Chancellor of the University of Melbourne, the Marles Medals recognise significant research impact in HASS, STEM and HMS. Awarded in the HASS research category, Jackie was recognised for her world-leading and transformative contribution to global climate governance through her pioneering research on climate litigation. Her work has directly influenced landmark legal victories, resulting in tangible reductions in coal power generation. Her publications have also guided philanthropic investment strategies and informed international judicial training and reforms. Extensively cited in the IPCC’s Sixth Assessment Report, Jackie’s work has had a global influence on climate governance and environmental protection.