NGĀ ARA WHETŪ
Centre for Climate, Biodiversity and Society
Transdisciplinary innovation and collaboration in research, education, and engagement
for thriving peoples and planetary wellbeing
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From infrastructure to e-waste and food, Ngā Ara Whetū event inspires lively discussions
Five affiliates presented at our networking event last week using the fast and fun PechaKucha style format, and this was followed by a lively gathering where new connections were made. The event was opened by our Co-directors Jacqueline Beggs and Maria Armoudian and...
Congratulations to the Institute of Marine Science on new aquariums
New aquariums at the University of Auckland’s Leigh operation, north of Auckland, are state-of-the-art and set to enhance marine research. The aquariums are part of a multi-million dollar-facility that was opened in January. “The facility represents a significant...
Auckland law expert on climate frontlines
An environmental law expert examines vital issues in the International Court of Justice’s landmark climate change hearing. As wildfires ravage Los Angeles, oceans warm and carbon dioxide levels hit record highs, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) is working...
Ngā Ara Whetū’s contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals
The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a call for action by all countries, poor, rich and middle-income, to promote prosperity while protecting the planet. They are the cornerstones of the global roadmap to tackling the causes of violent...
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...

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