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Taonga species
Te Kūwaha, NIWA’s Māori Environmental Research team, partners with whānau, hapū and iwi to co-develop methods for the protection, restoration and economic development of taonga species. -
Freshwater restoration
NIWA measurement, research and tools support strategies being used to reverse the degradation of freshwaters and restore ecosystems throughout New Zealand. -
Freshwater quality
NIWA provides measurement, knowledge and tools to the managers of New Zealand's stream, river, lake and groundwater quality. -
Freshwater invertebrates
NIWA research into freshwater invertebrates supports a greater understand of the role of these varied aquatic species in habitat and ecosystem health. -
Freshwater fish
NIWA research and tools support the protection, restoration and management of New Zealand’s freshwater fish species and the habitats that sustain them. -
Ecotoxicology
NIWA offers a range of standard toxicity tests for both freshwater and marine environments and is at the cutting edge of toxicity-related research. -
Ecological monitoring
Monitoring the health of freshwater lakes and streams. -
Estuaries
NIWA research and tools support the protection, restoration and management of coastal estuarine environments where seawater mixes with freshwater. -
Weather forecasting
NIWA's forecasting services are underpinned by experienced meteorologists and in-house proprietary modelling. -
Climate modelling and projections
Climate modelling and projections will support Aotearoa’s transition to a low-emissions, climate-resilient economy. -
Climate data
NIWA maintains the national climate database for New Zealand, and can supply climate data in a variety of ways. -
Climate change adaptation
There are many options available to you, your whānau, community and business to adapt to the challenges of our changing climate.