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Lesson 9: Ngā Tohu o te Taiao – Māori environmental indicators
Education ResourceThis lesson will explore the use of Māori environmental indicators [tohu] to anticipate local weather and climate conditions. -
Ideas for projects using climate data
Education ResourceIdeas for projects using climate data -
Tuna - spawning grounds
All species of freshwater tuna spawn at sea, although the spawning grounds of only four species are known with certainty worldwide. -
Atmospheric ozone, ultraviolet radiation, and stratospheric change
Research ProjectCFCs have damaged the ozone layer and led to higher UV levels and increased health risks. Our role is to understand the causes and effects of ozone depletion, to inform the public of the risk. -
Water diversion
Diverting water away from its natural channel for commercial or private use. -
Sediment and urbanisation
How does urbanisation increase sediments in waterways? -
Climate data and activities
We provide an overview of New Zealand climate data for use in school projects. -
Electronic Weather Station - NIWA EWS
These gather top-quality data and are used throughout New Zealand in the National Climate Network. -
Definitions of drought
There are several definitions of drought, depending upon whether it is viewed as a hazard or a risk. -
Compound Specific Isotope Analysis (CSIA)
Compound specific stable isotope analysis techniques are an increasingly useful tool to address many ecological and environmental research questions. -
Identification guides
Useful information and resources on New Zealand's marine flora and invertebrate fauna.