Atmospheric analysis

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

  • TAN2502 voyage update - 17 January 2025

    The latest update from TAN2502 Ross Sea RV Tangaroa “ACTUATE” Voyage
  • Tangaroa boxes in an active acoustic mooring in Terra Nova Bay in the Ross Sea.

    Antarctic voyage to venture further south than ever before

    News article
    Thirty eight scientists and crew have set sail this week for Antarctica on NIWA’s research vessel Tangaroa, with the aim of going as far south as the Ross Ice Shelf - a first for the ship.
  • Kaharoa II

    New fisheries research vessel gearing up for work

    Media release
    NIWA’s new research vessel, Kaharoa II, will be conducting ten days of sea trials out from Nelson, starting this week.
  • Coasts & Oceans

    Research outputs

    Research projects carried out under the Future Coasts programme
  • Lake Ohinewai Rototurf

    Rolling life back into New Zealand’s lakes

    Media release
    NIWA is using biodegradable “life rafts” to reintroduce native plants to degraded lakes. 
  • Another world.. A football floated past a team of divers. Upon closer inspection, it was like a min world with pelagic crabs and barnacles making the adidas football their 'mini world. Northland.

    Scientists capture stunning snapshots

    Media release
    A unique river portrait and a humorous moment with bubbles are some of the award-winning images taken by NIWA staff this year.
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    Potential adaptation options

    Research Project
    See reports produced to guide potential adaptation strategies in the Lower Waikato region.
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    Causal diagrams to help understand wellbeing in Te Puuaha| The Lower Waikato River

    Research Project
    The Te Puuaha case study uses causal diagrams to show how sea level rise impacts whaanau wellbeing, helping identify areas for action.
  • Tamaki Drive Auckland Flooding

    Storm-tide red-alert days 2025

    Service
    Storm-tide red alerts mark the highest king tides, crucial for emergency and coastal hazard managers to monitor.
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    Future Coasts multi-hazards game

    Research Project
    A serious game simulating a coastal lowland scenario under climate change to support adaptation decision-making and community engagement.
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    Impact of waterlogging on growth of perennial ryegrass

    Research Project
    Quantifying impact of sea-level rise on agricultural yield
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    Mapping Elevation Capital

    Research Project
    Mapping migration space for coastal habitats under sea-level-rise