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Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment (CCVA)
ServiceTo prepare for changes in climate, our freshwater and oceans decision-makers need information on species vulnerability to climate change. -
Algal monitoring service
ServiceBlooms of hazardous cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) in rivers, lakes and reservoirs can cause problems for both animal and human health. -
Environmental Information Services
ServiceNIWA collects and manages significant amounts of New Zealand's environmental data, particularly in the climate, freshwater, marine and atmosphere domains. -
Trace gas datasets
ServiceNIWA makes a range of trace gas data freely available on our FTP site. -
New Zealand Drought Monitor
ServiceThe New Zealand Drought Monitor is a system for keeping track of drought conditions across New Zealand based on a standardised climate index. -
Ecotoxicology services
ServiceNIWA offers a range of standard toxicity tests for both freshwater and marine environments. -
Planning for coastal adaptation
ServiceCoastal risk exposure for New Zealand, adaptation guidance for local government and relevant summaries of previous court cases and Building Act 2004 determinations. -
Canterbury Wave Conditions
Software Tool/ResourceNIWA run a computer model which simulates wave heights across the Canterbury continental shelf and along the coast. -
Providing climate change advice for New Zealand
ServiceRegional-scale climate projections assist local authorities to assess climate risks and help communities prepare for impacts. -
LakeSPI: Keeping tabs on lake health
Software Tool/ResourceThe condition of many NZ lakes is under threat from land-use changes and the invasion of alien aquatic plants.
