Atmospheric analysis

Forest plantations in Aotearoa can be found on flat, gently rolling, or very steep terrain.

Learn about different kinds of beachs and how they form, with diagrams and examples of each type.

Some commonly-asked questions about tornadoes in New Zealand.

View data that show reported target catch and estimated bycatch.

Read about how NIWA can map any aspect of climate to help guide your organisation's response to a changing and variable climate.

Rig shark is an important inshore commercial fish species in New Zealand, and we need to understand more about their habitats, movements, nursery grounds and vulnerability to human impacts to ensure they are managed sustainably and their productivity is enhanced.

Greenhouse gases are atmospheric gases that intercept long-wave (mainly infrared) radiation emitted from the Earth's surface.

Some simple steps to minimise the effects of mining activities on water quality and mahinga kai.

NIWA is a major sponsor of the Auckland, Manukau City, North Harbour, Waikato, Wellington, Canterbury and Bay of Plenty – Science & Technology Fairs.

Objective: to observe the relationship between temperature and relative humidity.

El Niño accounts for less than 25 percent of the year-to year variance in seasonal rainfall and temperature at most locations in New Zealand.

Find out how you can have access to Earth Science NZ's research vessels to carry out marine research voyages.