The carbon footprint of the average Kiwi household is getting smaller, but there is still plenty of room for improvement, suggests new […]
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Media reporting heats up ahead of climate talks
Despite the tragic attacks in Paris, the French capital is still to host the international negotiations aimed at keeping a […]
Continue readingBRIEFING: Paris & climate talks
International representatives are meeting in Paris this month to negotiate an agreement aimed at keeping the Earth’s warming climate in […]
Continue readingPCE calls for action on sea level rise – expert reaction
New Zealand needs to do more to prepare for the consequences of rising sea levels, warns the Parliamentary Commissioner for […]
Continue reading1080 research symposium – In the News
The latest research in 1080 predator control is to be discussed at a symposium in Christchurch this week. The symposium, […]
Continue readingBRIEFING: 1080 & predator control – where to from here?
The predator control poison 1080 is not without controversy — but it’s the best thing we’ve got, say scientists meeting […]
Continue readingCancer: the cost of a life – NZH special series
This week the New Zealand Herald has run an extensive five-part series – in print and online – delving deep […]
Continue readingPM’s Science Prizes – In the News
Leading scientists, students and teachers have been recognised in the 2015 Prime Minister’s Science Prizes. The prizes, totalling $1 million, […]
Continue readingPrime Minister’s Science Prizes recognise top researchers
The 2015 Prime Minister’s Science Prizes – which provide a total of $1 million across five categories – have been […]
Continue reading‘Earthquake prone’ buildings fall in value – Expert reaction
Placing an official ‘earthquake prone’ sticker on a commercial building lowers its value. However, buildings which are equally earthquake prone, […]
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