Atmospheric analysis

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

  • Lesson 4: Severe weather

    Education Resource
    Once in a while the weather becomes much more dangerous – what meteorologists call severe weather.
  • NIWA mapping seafloor around Whakaari/White Island

    Media release
    NIWA scientists are heading to the waters around Whakaari/White Island in the Bay of Plenty next week to survey changes to the seafloor.
  • Autonomous vessels

    Service
    Fisheries researchers combine technologies to collect more data at a lower cost.
  • NZ deep-sea corals

    Corals can live hundreds to thousands of years. What do we really know about them?
  • Lesson 10: Our planet is warming

    Education Resource
    When we talk about the future, we often talk about climate change.
  • Lesson 7: Climate in Aotearoa

    Education Resource
    The climate of New Zealand is incredibly varied for a country of its size.
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    Constructed wetland guidelines

    Constructed wetlands are a water quality restoration tool that can reduce levels of sediment, nutrients and microbes such as E. coli.
  • Lesson 6: Climate drivers

    Education Resource
    Have you ever wondered what makes the climate during one season more extreme than another?
  • Lesson 3: Weather forecasting

    Education Resource
    Forecasting future weather starts by knowing what the weather is doing right now – everywhere in the world!
  • Recent research projects

    Research Project
    NIWA’s team of leading scientists and world-class facilities are dedicated to supporting the sustainable growth, diversification and future-proofing of New Zealand’s aquaculture industry.
  • The climate record that keeps getting broken

    Media release
    Among the multitude of New Zealand climate statistics there is one record that continues to be broken month after month.
  • Cumulative effects

    Today’s marine ecosystems are under immense pressure from growing populations wanting more. From food provision to cultural and recreational opportunities, the increase in activity translates into more use of certain areas. Stressors can affect ecosystems in many ways.