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Lesson 2: Wind
Education ResourceSometimes wind can feel like a bit of a mystery because we can feel it, but not see it. -
Layers of the atmosphere
Education ResourceThe atmosphere is comprised of layers based on temperature. These layers are the troposphere, stratosphere, mesosphere and thermosphere. -
Tuna - age and methods of ageing
Knowing the age (i.e. proportion of young vs. old) of eels in an eel population provides an understanding of how fast they grow and may give an indication of the pressures faced by tuna in a particular environment or habitat. -
What is Ocean acidification?
NIWA oceanographer Dr Cliff Law explains the impacts of ocean acidification on organisms that use carbonates to build their shells, and on bacteria. -
Chemical contamination and wood processing
What are the sources of chemical contamination from wood processing? -
New Zealand bathymetry - Further information
Technical information about our datasets and methodology along with related resources. -
Coming from overseas?
If you're moving to join us here at NIWA, we want to say thanks for choosing us by helping you with your big move. -
Sediment and urbanisation
How does urbanisation increase sediments in waterways? -
Climate change, global warming and greenhouse gases
Climate data and common terms explaining the causes and effects of climate change.