Climate Change
Remote Russian region scared of polar bear `invasion'
A remote Russian region has declared a state of emergency over the appearance of dozens of polar bears in its human settlements, local officials say.
Tropical Pacific could experience enhanced sea-level rise
Tropical waters in the Pacific will experience disproportionately high sea-level rise from climate change induced polar ice melt, according to new research. Audio
Boards need to take long-View in short-term decisions
New Zealand company boards may be more challenged than most when it comes to planning for the future. Audio
Dry conditions in Nelson before the fire
The fire in Tasman continues to rage, the government announcing earlier today that there will be support for the community affected. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern noted the area is "dry as a bone". Audio
World headed for warmest period on record
The world is in the middle of what is likely to be the warmest 10 years since records began in 1850, says the Met Office.
Deadline for sharing ideas on new tourism strategy looms
It's the final days to have a voice in the future of tourism with the submissions on the government's draft strategy closing next week.
Running Dry - Can NZ thrive without irrigation?
Insight - Eric Frykberg explores whether the regions can still thrive without irrigation certainty Audio
Christina Riesselman: Unlocking the secrets of the deep
Dr Christina Riesselman is a leading geologist piecing together a climate change jigsaw with sediment extracted from under the seabed. Based at Otago University's Geology and Marine Science… Audio, Gallery
Treespace: re-forestation on an industrial scale
A new initiative to cut New Zealand's carbon emissions: buy a mountain, and plant a bunch of trees on it! Video, Audio
'Fascinating' study probes climate change impact on Antarctic species
A University of Otago computer model can now accurately predict how Antarctic shellfish grow and reproduce and how they will be affected by global warming
Aussie PM seals support deals on Vanuatu, Fiji trip
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison is wrapping up a trip to Vanuatu and Fiji, where support deals have been announced, and criticism levelled about Australia's lack of climate change action.
Food revolution: New diet may save lives and the planet
A diet has been developed that promises to save lives, feed 10 billion people and all without causing catastrophic damage to the planet.
NZ temperatures continue to rise
NIWA says temperatures continue to rise in New Zealand Audio
Climate change impacts on NIWA expedition to Antarctica
A scientific expedition to Antarctica is expected to explore new parts of the Ross Sea this month - but there are positives and negatives to the increased access.
How people are reacting to the UN climate conference in Poland
Responses to the outcome of COP24 in Poland are a mixed bag, but most agree there is progress. Audio
Conference runs late in pursuit of a climate change rulebook
Greens co-leader James Shaw is still involved in talks at an international conference in a bid to avoid deadlock on combating climate change.
Climate talks: 'The levels of concern are so different' - Shaw
Climate talks are being hampered by some countries more concerned about economic prosperity than people's survival, says the Climate Change Minister.
Insurance payouts for extreme weather events hit $226m for 2018
It's been the second most expensive year in half a century for insurers
Marshall Islands plans carbon neutral electricity production
The Marshall Islands is leading by example in the battle against climate change at the UN climate summit in Poland.
Climate chiefs warn world 'at a crossroads'
Delegates from 200 nations have begun crucial talks in Poland on global warming amid dire warnings.
