Climate
Auckland water restrictions: City braces for another dry spell
The Auckland Council's decision to impose mandatory water restrictions is the first in more than 25 years as the city faces its worst drought in history.
Why "shovel-ready" not good enough on its own
Will a revamped RMA provide the necessary checks and balances needed for a post covid economic recovery that doesn't harm the environment ? Newly announced changes to the Resource Management Act would… Audio
Legal obligation to consider green Covid-stimulus spending
There's a warning the government has a legal obligation to factor climate change into any post-Covid recovery projects. Lawyers for Climate Action NZ has written to the Prime Minister and the Budget… Audio
Climate scientist Andrea Dutton
Climate scientist Professor Andrea Dutton has already been tipped by Rolling Stone as being a name to watch in her chosen field. She forged her reputation at The University of Florida, in a state with… Audio
Covid-19 and greenhouse gas emissions
The Covid-19 crisis is causing a drop in global carbon dioxide emissions. Audio
Farmers want domestic, international emissions target aligned
Two major farming groups have urged the Climate Change Commission to align New Zealand's domestic policy with its international promises on climate change.
Can New Zealand's climate policy survive Covid-19?
The country's economic rebuild must deliver a more climate-friendly New Zealand than it currently is, Climate Change Minister James Shaw says. Audio
Covid-19: Ethical KiwiSaver funds prove more resilient
KiwiSaver funds invested solely in ethical companies are outperforming other funds amidst market volatility.
What the Coronavirus means for climate change
Climate change researcher Professor James Renwick head of the School of Geography, Environment and Earth Sciences at Victoria University explores the impact of Coronavirus on climate change. Audio
Michael Portillo's Great Australian Railway Journeys
Accompanied by his distinctively colourful wardrobe, former UK cabinet minister turned TV presenter Michael Portillo travelled almost 15,000km around 'The Lucky Country' by train for his latest… Audio
How climate change affects your mental health
The physical effects of climate change are measured in concrete ways; melting glaciers, drought, bush fires. But what about the impact it has on our mental health? Audio
Thames-Coromandel council faces court over not signing climate declaration
An environmental group is delighted it can press ahead and challenge a council's decision not to sign up to a national climate change declaration in the High Court.
Environmentally aware NZers are embracing the circular economy
The concept of the circular economy has been around for many years, but this sustainable way of doing business is getting a boost from a new breed of environmentally aware consumers. Audio
Environmentally aware NZers are embracing the circular economy
The concept of the circular economy has been around for many years, but this sustainable way of doing business is getting a boost from a new breed of environmentally aware consumers.
AudioDrought hit Hawkes Bay farmer call for help
Drought and the effects of coronavirus are hitting farmers hard. Mark Warren from Waipari Station in central Hawke's Bay has taken a break from hauling lambs out of mud to tell Jesse about his… Audio
The Evolving E-commerce Wars
Trade Me has been our favourite online marketplace for nearly two decades, but serious competition is on the way. Peter Griffin looks at our e-commerce options. Audio
NIWA's annual glacier survey not hindered by ash and dust
The Australian bushfires didn't hamper NIWA's annual glacier survey undertaken yesterday as first through they might. Dr Drew Lorrey is NIWA's climate scientist and he explains what they found to… Audio
Nelson joins hands with Denmark climate experts
Nelson City Council and iwi-owned Wakatu Incorporation have formalised a link with European experts on developing initiatives to tackle the consequences of climate change.
How to make companies fit for purpose with climate change
Martin Rich says you don't have to trash the environment around you in order to make money. Audio
What will more rain do to EQC liabilities?
New research has found climate change and the expected increase in extreme weather events will mean higher damages - and an additional liability for EQC. 8000 claims lodged to the EQC between 2000 and… Audio
