On 1 July 2025, NIWA merged with GNS Science to become Earth Sciences New Zealand.

Atmospheric analysis

NIWA has been using advanced scientific instruments to measure atmospheric trace gases and isotopes for over 50 years.

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    Data Logger - DAA H-500XL

    This telemetry-capable data logger is designed for remote operation and used extensively in NIWA's national hydrometric network of water level monitoring stations.
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    Weather Transmitter - Vaisala WXT536

    This Weather Transmitter is a compact and lightweight multi-sensor instrument that measures the six most essential weather parameters and has no moving parts.
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    RH/Temperature Probe - Vaisala HMP60

    This miniature transmitter measures humidity from 0 to 100% and temperature from -40 to +60 degC. It uses little power, and you can remove its sensor to simplify calibration.
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    RH/Temperature Probe - Vaisala HMP155

    For WMO-standard accuracy and stability we use HMP155 probes to measure Relative Humidity and air temperature in our Electronic Weather Stations.
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    Input and Output Modules

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    Temperature Sensors

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    Modbus to SDI converter - Unidata 6543A

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    Current Meter Counter

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    Data Radio - Tait TM8105 (custom)

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    Radio Modem - XStream-PKG

  • Black petrel & commercial fisheries

    Research Project
    Black petrels are relatively few in number and are sometimes caught on fishing lines and in nets. The effect of fishing-related deaths on the population is unknown.