Atmospheric analysis

NIWA scientists have made the rare discovery of a days-old ghost shark during a recent survey off the east coast of the South Island.

Drought is a common feature of New Zealand's climate. On average, every year or two somewhere in New Zealand experiences a drought.

Post-Doctoral Fellowship positions at NIWA.

How may the activities of the mining industry influence water resources?

These datasets are available in a range of formats.

An unavoidable delay in a research ship’s voyage to Antarctica resulted in some surprising and important findings about the behaviour of emperor penguins.

How do agricultural activities potentially influence water flows?

Māori have an extensive knowledge of the ecology of freshwater eels, and have maintained their customary fisheries for several centuries.

An illustrated example, showing how to input data and interpret SolarView results.

Hydrocarbons, although requiring increasingly responsible use, are still an essential part of our modern economy. NIWA has provided survey and consultancy services related to the exploration of offshore mineral resources for thirty years.

The condition of many NZ lakes is under threat from land-use changes and the invasion of alien aquatic plants.

The kākahi or freshwater mussel was a valuable mahinga kai resource for many Māori.