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What are greenhouse gases?
Greenhouse gases are atmospheric gases that intercept long-wave (mainly infrared) radiation emitted from the Earth's surface. -
How cold is the Antarctic?
Write a report, with guided questions, to answer the question: “How cold is the Antarctic?” -
Special Climate Statement 2017-18 Summer
Sea surface temperatures in the southern Tasman Sea rose to exceptionally high levels in late 2017 and early 2018. These temperatures were far above any others previously observed at that time of year in the region, and extended west from New Zealand to Tasmania and mainland southeast Australia. -
SolarView help
This calculator estimates the solar energy that can be collected by a solar capture device (solar panel) at a given address, panel direction and roof slope. -
Inanga
Inanga are the predominant species in the modern whitebait fishery. -
Chemical contamination and wastewater
What are the potential sources of chemical contaminants in wastewaters? -
Impacts of wood processing
Impacts of timber processing activities on water quality and mahinga kai. -
What is the chance of a warm summer in Invercargill?
In this activity you will analyse the Southern Oscillation Index and investigate the chances of getting below normal, normal or above normal summer temperatures in Invercargill. -
Map Chatham
Education ResourceExtremes of temperature are rare as the Chatham Islands are small land masses surrounded by sea. -
Marine geological hazards
Education ResourceNew Zealand faces a variety of hazards associated with undersea geological activity. -
Resources and References
Links to related resources and websites