Environment

NIWA estimates a staggering loss of at least 13 trillion litres of water from New Zealand's glaciers since the late 1970s

Environment

9 months ago

New Zealand's glaciers on the brink of extinction, NIWA warns

A stark warning has been issued by the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research Ltd (NIWA) last week following over four decades...

The Royal Albatross Centre, adjacent to the breeding colony, has been single-use-plastic-free for five years and emphasises public education on the issue.

Environment

9 months ago

Albatross chick succumbs to plastic pollution

A ten-day-old toroa/northern royal albatross chick has tragically died at the Pukekura/Taiaroa Head colony in Dunedin after ingesting soft plastic, regurgitated by its parent,...

The findings bring to light the cascading effects of human activities on marine ecosystems, particularly the dramatic consequences of overharvesting sea cucumbers.

Environment

9 months ago

Sea cucumbers emerge as unsung heroes in the fight against coral reef diseases

In a study published in Nature Communications, researchers have underscored the vital role that sea cucumbers play in sustaining coral reef health by...

The study's findings underscore that MPAs are more effective than non-protected areas in preserving fish populations during marine heatwaves.

Environment

9 months ago

Marine protected areas bolster reef fish communities' resilience against climate warming

A study has found that marine protected areas (MPAs) significantly enhance the stability and resilience of reef fish communities amidst the escalating challenges...

Illegal fishing undermines Indonesia's future tuna industry sustainability

Environment

9 months ago

Illegal fishing undermines Indonesia's future tuna industry sustainability

Indonesia's tuna fisheries face severe challenges due to illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, threatening the sector's sustainability and the country's economy, according...

The study underscores the urgent need for evidence-based solutions to reverse the continued overexploitation of sharks.

Environment

9 months ago

Shark mortality continues to climb despite regulatory efforts, says study

Despite comprehensive regulatory changes aimed at curbing the decline of shark populations globally, a new study published in Science reveals that shark fishing...

Environment

9 months ago

New Zealand sees a 14% increase in environmental taxes in 2022

In a significant move towards encouraging sustainability and reducing environmental damage, Aotearoa New Zealand reported a 14% increase in total environmental taxes for the...

Larger or longer-lasting polynyas could increase Antarctic coastal regions' vulnerability to ocean-driven erosion and invasions by non-native species, which are currently impeded by sea ice.

Environment

9 months ago

Scientists uncover long-term trends and cyclical patterns in Antarctic polynyas

A groundbreaking study by an international team of researchers has revealed significant long-term trends and previously unidentified cyclical patterns in the formation of Antarctic...