Atmospheric analysis

The all-sky image shows a hemispheric view of the sky at Lauder.

Antarctica is probably storing much more carbon than previously thought, according to NIWA.

This is the final Hotspot Watch for this season. The Hotspot Watch will return in the spring.

NIWA scientists have mapped the whole of Lake Wānaka in incredible detail.  

Kaharoa II sets the standard of excellence for marine research vessels

A weekly update describing soil moisture patterns across the country to show where dry to extremely dry conditions are occurring or imminent.

Scientists have found evidence of sediment impacts on seafloor ecosystems following Cyclone Gabrielle.

A weekly update describing soil moisture patterns across the country to show where dry to extremely dry conditions are occurring or imminent.

Developing a snowmelt forecast system to enable more accurate and confident forecasts of river flow and alpine hazards.

NIWA researchers are testing new methods for quantifying methane emissions from agriculture and waste.

In 2016, NIWA technician Rod Budd is doing a routine dive under the Antarctic ice at Cape Evans, studying the creatures that live there.

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