Who We Are
Desert Knowledge Australia (DKA) was established to support education, research and collaboration to drive better outcomes for desert people.
As a statutory corporation of the Northern Territory, we focus on real solutions for remote communities through partnerships, innovation and economic opportunities.
Our Focus Areas
Promote social wellbeing and positive change for our region
Aim to achieve climate-adaptive, resilient remote communities
Explore and deliver technology relevant to sustainable desert living
Create research opportunities that support economic growth
What We Do
Our activities, projects and programs work towards our vision for a stronger desert and remote Australia.
Remote Focus Initiative
By working across housing, water, renewable energy, and workforce development, Remote Focus aims to make existing work more integrated, informed, and effective – supporting solutions that are both impactful and sustainable.
DKA Solar Centre
Live demonstrations of solar technology that drive research around the world.
Latest News
DKA Solar Centre Produces World’s Largest Longitudinal Dataset for Solar Power
Todd River Flooding a Wake-Up Call
DKA CEO Jimmy Cocking visits Tennant Creek for Shaking the Bush Workshop
Desert Knowledge Australia Annual Report 2024-25
The Business & Innovation Centre (BIC) is a sophisticated office facility at the Desert Knowledge Precinct, designed by award-winning architects. It has stateoftheart meeting rooms and conference spaces, as well as bookable private and coworking office space and hotdesk hire, all in a serene bush setting 10 minutes south of the Alice Springs CBD.
