Climate
New space race could turn atmosphere into a 'crematorium for satellites'
Space may feel separate from the environmental systems that sustain life on Earth. But increasingly, the way we build, launch and dispose of satellites is starting to change that.
Delving into 'deep time': What New Zealand's ancient past reveals about its present
Known as the New Zealand Geological Timescale, it has just undergone its most comprehensive revision in 20 years.
Adapting to climate change a matter of survival - expert
A Solomon Islands climate negotiator says constantly adapting to climate change is a matter of survival for Pacific Island communities and "regional co-ordination" is key. Audio
Is NZ living up to the 'Pacific family' rhetoric?
An in-depth look at whether New Zealand is doing enough to live up to the "Pacific family" rhetoric in the face of the climate crisis and its threats that continue to reshape the region.
A state of emergency, again and again and again
After another run of storms, do declarations of states of emergency risk "crying wolf"?
A state of emergency, again and again and again
After another wild week of weather, The Detail looks at the surge in declarations of states of emergency, and whether we risk 'crying wolf'. Audio
Pacific experts urged to lead solutions for regional challenges
The chair of the Pacific Academy of sciences says its time Pasifika experts take the lead on climate change, health, renewable energy and traditional knowledge in the region. Audio
Party leaders call for politics to be taken out of planning for weather events
Luxon wants it handled independently, while Hipkins says infrastructure should not be something the parties "compete" on.
Trump puts an end to US government climate control measures
President Donald Trump is erasing the scientific finding that climate change endangers the planet, effectively saying he is right and the scientists are wrong. Climate Scientist at Victoria University… Audio
What imported gas will mean for homes and businesses
The government's plan has triggered an explosive row over the difference between a tax and a levy.
Trump repeals US environment agency's ability to regulate pollution
The Trump administration has delivered a deadly blow to longstanding US climate policy regulating climate pollution.
Vanuatu preps draft UN resolution on ICJ climate opinion
Vanuatu's climate minister said in September the country was drafting a UN resolution to turn the opinion from words into "political action". Audio
LNG plan sparks showdown in parliament
The Government's LNG plan has triggered an explosive row over the difference between a tax and a levy, but the major question is whether it will keep the lights on Audio
2025 ranks among hottest years for Western Pacific - report
As a result, communities throughout the Pacific region have been struggling to come to grips with these changes on water supplies, food security and public health.
What will proposed LNG terminal mean for Kiwis?
Documents show a proposed LNG terminal will need to bypass even the fast-track process in order to be built in time for winter next year. Climate Change Correspondent Kate Newton has been looking… Audio
The policy shifts that took the spark out of electric cars
From boom to brake - we look at what went wrong for EVs in New Zealand, and what needs to happen to get the spark back Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 5 February
Wellington beaches are a no-go zone after a water treatment plant outage sent raw wastewater into the sea off the southern coast. This morning, we spoke with Wellington Mayor Andrew Little about the… Audio
Climate change a priority for iwi leaders at Waitangi
The National Iwi Chairs Forum point to the increasing frequency and severity of weather events as a growing concern. Audio
Climate change a key focus for iwi leaders in Waitangi
Climate change is a key focus for iwi leaders gathering at Waitangi this week, as coastal communities across the north-island recover from recent severe weather events. Maori News Journalist Pokere… Audio
Waitaki district erosion could cost $70m by 2050
Plans to fix coastal erosion caused by increasingly big and powerful waves could cost the Waitaki district $70 million before 2050. Katie Todd reports. Audio
