NGĀ ARA WHETŪ
Centre for Climate, Biodiversity and Society
Transdisciplinary innovation and collaboration in research, education, and engagement
for thriving peoples and planetary wellbeing
Our vision
Named for the journeys of our collective ancestors to the shores of Aotearoa, New Zealand, Ngā Ara Whetū (“Star Paths”), responds to challenges of attaining sustainable futures and collective wellbeing through enabling and enhancing collaborative research and training.
Ngā Ara Whetū is networked with local and global communities of purpose, practice and understanding, who share aspirations for accelerating actions that promote lasting protection of the planet, its natural resources, and peaceful, just and inclusive societies.
News and events
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
Thanks to Allbirds founder Tim Brown and NZ Honorary Consul Anthony Mosse, the University of Auckland and seven businesses will host Stanford student interns keen to support sustainability projects. Seven New Zealand businesses have demonstrated their commitment to...
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 Ngā Ara Whetū affiliates are invited to a networking event. This is a chance to meet colleagues, share your interests or highlight your research - past, present or future. Take part in this PechaKucha style event from...
Join Ngā Ara Whetū
Be a part of our vision and join Ngā Ara Whetū as an affiliate. This role is open to all researchers based at The University of Auckland and select research centres. As an affiliate, we will amplify and support your research, give you access to funding opportunities, and invite you to tailored Ngā Ara Whetū events.
Contact us
Waipapa Taumata Rau | University of Auckland
Auckland 1010, Aotearoa New Zealand
