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Centre for Climate, Biodiversity and Society
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News and events
Sustain Episode 13: What is the link between authoritarianism and climate change?
Despite increasing signs of a climate in crisis, false information about this scientific reality continues to drive decision-making at the highest level, particularly in countries which have recently taken a turn towards authoritarianism. Who is spreading this false...
Ngā Ara Whetū and CIRCUIT Submission on the Right to Repair Bill 2024
The Select Committee on Economic Development, Science and Innovation put out a public call for submissions on the Consumer Guarantees (Right to Repair) Amendment Bill 2024 (39-1) on February 19 2025. We strongly support the Bill, and in this submission make a few...
High Court backs challenge to crayfish catch
In February 2025, New Zealand’s High Court ruled on a challenge to the former Oceans and Fisheries Minister over his legal obligation to support marine sustainability. The Environmental Law Initiative (ELI), in coalition with local hapū Ngāti Hau and Ngāti Kaharau,...
Plastic pollution explained – problems and solutions
Visiting French academic to present talk on plastic pollution Come and listen to visiting academic, Professor Nathalie Gontard, Research Director, Institut National de la Recherche pour l’Agriculture, l‘Alimentation et l'Environnement, France. Professor Gontard will...
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...
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