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Common climate and weather terms
Education ResourceA glossary of common climate change and meteorological terms. -
Mitigation and best practice options
Here are some simple steps to minimise the effects of dairying on water quality and mahinga kai. -
New Zealand's Marine Realm
News article06 June 2017NIWA has transformed 1.5 million square kilometres of data into the most accurate and detailed map yet of the land underneath the sea around New Zealand. -
Algal monitoring service
ServiceBlooms of hazardous cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) in rivers, lakes and reservoirs can cause problems for both animal and human health. -
What is the greenhouse effect?
Education ResourceThe greenhouse effect is a warming of the earth's surface and lower atmosphere caused by substances which let the sun's energy through to the ground but impede the passage of energy from the earth back into space. -
Chemical contamination and agriculture
What are the potential sources of chemical contamination from agricultural activities? -
Organisational sustainability
NIWA's goal is to provide the science to help New Zealanders transition to a sustainable future. -
Our management
NIWA is managed by an Executive Team reporting to the Chief Executive Officer. Science and operational matters are handled by two sub-groups.