Atmospheric analysis

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

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    This step helps you understand risk, climate and adaptation, as well as reasons to adapt.
  • Schoolgirl invents environmentally friendly dog pooper scooper

    Media release
    A Tauranga school student has solved a crucial problem for dog owners in the face of a ban on plastic bags.
  • Community project inspires scientists

    Media release
    A project to restore a stream catchment in Kaikōura—damaged in the 2016 earthquake—is being described as inspirational by NIWA scientists.
  • Scientist fills holes in Swiss cheese

    Media release
    What do taewa Māori (Māori potatoes) and Swiss cheese have in common? For NIWA social scientist Stephen FitzHerbert it’s much more than a tasty snack.
  • From small beginnings a valuable collection grows

    Media release
    Cathy Kilroy is quick to admit she’s a person who doesn’t like throwing anything away.
  • What's in your air, Alex?

    NIWA is helping young people get involved in air quality research. With funding from Unlocking Curious Minds children from Alexandra Primary School are becoming junior scientists and learning about air quality in their town.
  • Councils get help to prepare for sea-level rise

    Media release
    A senior NIWA scientist is concerned many councils are having difficulty “getting off the starting blocks” when it comes to planning for coastal climate change.
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    PARTneR publications

  • Wellington’s whale may be a good sign, says NIWA

    Media release
    Wellington’s whale may be a sign they are returning to their historical habitat, says NIWA.
  • 2017-2018 - Voyage summary

    2017-2018 - Voyage summary

    Voyage
    RV Tangaroa Summary Voyages 2017/18
    1 July 2017 to 30 June 2018
  • Southern right whale observed in Wellington Harbour