Atmospheric analysis

Atlantis is a 3D, spatially-explicit, trophodynamic ecosystem model that integrates biology, physics, chemistry and human impacts to provide a synoptic view of marine ecosystem function.

Methane (CH4) is the second most important greenhouse gas after CO2 that is produced by human activities.

A glossary of common climate change and meteorological terms.

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.

What are the potential sources of chemical contamination from agricultural activities?

NIWA's goal is to provide the science to help New Zealanders transition to a sustainable future.

The UV Index is a measure of the intensity of UV radiation. The UV Index supersedes the idea of "Time to Burn" or "Burn Time", which has been used previously in New Zealand.

Raglan B Cam-era station

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

The Standardised Precipitation Index (SPI) is a simple measure of drought (and also of very wet conditions) and is based solely on the accumulated precipitation for a given time period.

A habitat is an environment or place where animals normally live.