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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    Further reading

    References, further reading, and links to useful websites.

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    Geothermal

    Heat stored in the earth is extracted to create geothermal power.

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    Thermal

    Thermal generation supplies up to 50% of power in Aotearoa.

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    References, further reading, and links to useful websites

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    Mitigation and best practice options

    Ways to minimise the effects of wood processing activities on water quality and mahinga kai are listed below.

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    Further reading

    References and further reading

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    Mitigation and best practice options

    Simple steps to minimise the effects on water quality and Mahinga kai.

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    Further reading

    References, further reading, and links to useful websites.

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    Further reading

    References, further reading, and links to useful websites.

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    Mitigation and best practice options

    Some simple steps to minimise the effects of meat and dairy processing activities on water quality and mahinga kai.

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    Energy

    The energy industry provides power to households, businesses, transport, and industry.

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    Aquaculture and customary fisheries

    Aquaculture and customary fisheries farm and harvest freshwater and saltwater fish and shellfish.