Environment

If we continue at our current rate, we won't have enough of many crops to feed the planet. We need to increase the yield ASAP. But genetic modification and chemical sprays can be slow, expensive, and… Audio

While we might have heard all we ever want to know about viruses in the last few years, the truth is, known viruses represent less than zero point one percent of the estimated total of viruses out… Audio

Claire Concannon speaks to University of Otago researchers investigating virus diversity, how viruses evolve, and what might be causing some diseases affecting our native wildlife. Audio

For decades, environmental scientist and sustainability expert Dr Jonathan Foley has looked at the data about climate change with concern, sometimes despair. But now he says he's more optimistic than… Audio

A new scheme in Tauranga has, within 12 months, nearly halved the amount of waste going to landfill. Audio

Landscape gardener Xanthe White says the compact nature of topiaries can be put to good use to create space in even a small garden for natives. Audio

Mario Cucinella is an architect whose work is at the nexus of sustainability and technology. Based in Milan, Italy, some of his notable projects include an eco-residential 3D-printed building using… Audio

Auckland's new Transport Emissions Reduction Pathway is receiving a glowing thumbs-up from local climate activists.

All Aboard Aotearoa, an umbrella group of advocacy groups, and the Auckland City… Audio

Environmental advocates say the government's plan to introduce biofuel into petrol and diesel is greenwashing and will actually contribute to an increase in global emissions. From next April, all… Audio