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Daily CO2 measurements from NIWA’s atmospheric monitoring station at Baring Head
ServiceDaily CO2 measurements from NIWA’s atmospheric monitoring station at Baring Head. -
NIWA reveals Arrowtown air quality standards breached every time temperature plummets
Media release05 July 2019The first month of data from NIWA’s air quality monitoring project in Arrowtown reveals that air quality has already breached the national standard eight times this winter, including six times in the week from 19 to 26 June – in fact every time the air temperature dropped below freezing. -
Our changing oceans
Feature story13 June 2019The on-going rise of atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) that is fuelling climate change is also driving significant changes in the waters off our coasts. -
A bird's-eye view of our carbon balance
Feature story13 June 2019Dr Sara Mikaloff-Fletcher is looking to turn the internationally accepted science of monitoring greenhouse gas emissions upside down – and the rest of the world is watching closely. -
Students, scientists, citizens study Arrowtown’s ailing air
Media release07 May 2019Arrowtown may be known for its picturesque autumn scenery, but in winter this tiny Central Otago town has a problem. -
Environment report a clear picture of change: NIWA
Media release18 April 2019The latest state of the environment report released today provides New Zealanders with clear evidence that our climate, freshwater and marine systems are changing, says NIWA. -
World Earth Day: Air quality and its effects on respiratory health
Media release15 April 2019A newly formed partnership between Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ and NIWA aims to provide the latest air quality research to over 700,000 people living with respiratory conditions in New Zealand. -
Project updates - CarbonWatch NZ
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Science - CarbonWatchNZ
CarbonWatchNZ will address crucial carbon cycle questions in the three landscapes that are most important to New Zealand’s carbon balance: forest, grassland and urban environments. -
The science of art or the art of science…
Feature story11 January 2019If you think science and art have nothing in common, think again. At environmental science institute NIWA, it’s all about one inspiring the other. -
Burning wood - not as cosy as it seems
Feature story16 October 2018As temperatures drop over winter months, many Kiwis turn to their fireplaces to heat their homes. However, most of us are not fully aware of the immense impact that wood burning can have on people and the environment. -
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.
