Drought forecasting dashboard
NIWA and MPI are working together to develop a new drought forecasting tool. It uses innovative climate modelling, the latest in machine learning and other data-driven techniques to predict rainfall 35 days ahead. It will help farmers and growers better prepare for periods of dryness and drought.
Climate and weather
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Schematic of greenhouse gas measurements at Lauder
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TCCON project glossary
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Effects of ocean acidification on plankton in New Zealand waters
Research ProjectOur oceans are expected to become more acidic as carbon dioxide concentrations rise. -
Plankton biodiversity in the Southern Ocean
Research ProjectNIWA is conducting a five–year study to map changes in the distribution of plankton species in surface waters between New Zealand and the Ross Sea. -
Has the climate changed in the past?
The Earth's climate has exhibited marked "natural" climate changes, with time scales varying from many millions of years down to a few years.
