Atmospheric analysis

How may forestry activities increase sediments in waterways?

Mining is the extraction of metal and mineral resources, such as gold, coal, petroleum, and ironsand

A range of different mining techniques have been developed to obtain these valuable resources

Hydrocarbons, although requiring increasingly responsible use, are still an essential part of our modern economy. NIWA has provided survey and consultancy services related to the exploration of offshore mineral resources for thirty years.

The condition of many NZ lakes is under threat from land-use changes and the invasion of alien aquatic plants.

We provide an overview of New Zealand climate data for use in school projects.

These gather top-quality data and are used throughout New Zealand in the National Climate Network.

NIWA is a major sponsor of the Auckland, Manukau City, North Harbour, Waikato, Wellington, Canterbury and Bay of Plenty – Science & Technology Fairs.

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Freshwater eels have an unusual life cycle which sees them travelling between the ocean, estuaries and freshwaters.

Opportunities for students