Atmospheric analysis

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

  • Floating University

    Floating University

    A platform for early-career scientists from Pacific island nations to explore and resolve the key issues affecting their communities
  • Takahe Valley weather station

    Weather and climate experts set to unite

    News article
    Weather and climate experts set to unite - Ministers' announcement.
  • NIWA's underwater camera, Swathcam

    Swathcam

    Service
    NIWA’s underwater camera system providing crystal clear visibility
  • Mountains to the sea - Rangitata River - H Biggs

    Science sector reforms

    Recent updates to the science sector reforms that affect NIWA.
  • Flooding from underneath: New tool reveals shallow groundwater elevations

    Media release
    A new online tool that identifies areas at risk from groundwater flooding has been developed by New Zealand scientists.
  • Roto turf

    Extreme Lakeover: NIWA’s Guide to Rolling Back Life into New Zealand Lake

    Publication article
    A team of NIWA freshwater ecologists have completed their research on the use of biodegradable plant mats as life rafts to help reintroduce native aquatic plants to degraded freshwater lakes.
  • New Technology Enhances River Digital Networks for Improved Water Management

    Publication article
    NIWA scientists have launched a groundbreaking initiative that is transforming mapping of freshwater environments.
  • Koi

    Innovative Methods in Tackling Pest Fish: The Power of Sound and Light

    Publication article
    Could bubbles and strobe lights stop pest fish swimming where they’re not wanted?
  • Waikato River

    Climate Change Disrupts River Sediment Management: Adaptation Strategies Needed

    Publication article
    New research suggests environmental targets for managing fine sediment in rivers may need to be revised to better account for the impacts of climate change.
  • An example of an extreme atmospheric river impacting New Zealand in high-resolution climate model simulations produced at NIWA.

    Extreme atmospheric rivers could double in future climate

    Media release
    New Zealand could face twice as many of the most extreme atmospheric rivers by the end of the century.
  • Godley River

    NIWA – Business as Usual through science sector reforms

    News article
    The Government has announced plans to reform the science, innovation and technology system, changing the shape and structure of Crown Research Institutes, including NIWA.
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    Gold clam life cycle

    Learn more about gold clam life cycle