NGĀ ARA WHETŪ
Centre for Climate, Biodiversity and Society
Transdisciplinary innovation and collaboration in research, education, and engagement
for thriving peoples and planetary wellbeing
News and events
Opinion: NZ has a lot to lose from a polluted orbit
Article by Thomas Dowling in Newsroom "The number of satellites and other objects sent into Earth’s orbit is increasing like never before. Before space ends up awash with debris like the ocean, scientists are calling for global agreements to protect orbital space,"...
NZ businesses and Ngā Ara Whetū to host interns from Stanford University for sustainability projects
Seven New Zealand businesses have demonstrated their commitment to sustainability by offering to provide internship opportunities for students from the prestigious Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability. Professor Jacqueline Beggs, co-director of Ngā Ara Whetū, the...
Opinion: The triple whammy of the Government’s transportation plan
Government’s proposal to hike public transport fares will threaten a triple whammy – compromising our health, planet and economy, writes Associate Professor Maria Armoudian, Co-director of Ngā Ara Whetū and Senior Lecturer in Politics and International Relations. New...
Affiliate networking event: Sustainable futures and collective wellbeing
13 February 2025, 3-5pm NZST EVENT SUMMARY You are cordially invited to attend our upcoming networking event next Thursday! All are welcome to attend! Listen to Ngā Ara affiliates present on themes of sustainability and collective well-being, in PechaKucha style. This...
Sustain Episode 12: What can we do about rising sea levels?
Across the world, rising sea levels have become a pressing issue for coastal communities. Driven by our changing climate, sea level rise is already having a range of impacts, from increased flooding to the salinization of freshwater resources. To discuss this growing...
New flyer highlights Ngā Ara Whetū achievements
Read our new flyer with highlights from the first 18 months of Ngā Ara Whetū- Centre for Climate, Biodiversity and Society. The flyer outlines the Centre's approach, research themes, and case studies from 2023 until the middle of this year. Please get...

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