Pacific Rim
NIWA's environmental science has a lot to offer emerging Pacific nations.
Research projects
Featured research project
Development of sustainable water supply and treatment systems for a coastal Fijian village
Date: March 19, 2009
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This three year collaborative NZaid project is working with coastal Fijian villagers at Votua on the Coral Coast of Viti Levu to develop pragmatic water supply and waste treatment solutions to protect public health and reduce contamination of coastal waters. Read more about Development of sustainable water supply and treatment systems for a coastal Fijian village
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Development of sustainable water supply and treatment systems for a coastal Fijian village
This three year collaborative NZaid project is working with coastal Fijian villagers at Votua on the Coral Coast of Viti Levu to develop pragmatic water supply and waste treatment solutions to protect public health and reduce contamination of coastal waters. Read more about Development of sustainable water supply and treatment systems for a coastal Fijian village
Our Services
The peoples and governments of the small island Pacific States have had a long and intimate relationship with New Zealand, and families are often spread amongst our countries. NIWA works with Pacific States on sustainable development, education, and the reduction of risk natural hazards. Read more about Our Services
News
Tropical cyclone outlook update: normal
Date: February 15, 2010
Climate and weather organisations across the Pacific are still predicting near normal tropical cyclone activity across the southwest Pacific for the rest of the season through to April. On average, nine tropical cyclones occur in the region each cyclone season (Nov-Apr). Read more about Tropical cyclone outlook update: normal
Publications
Pacific Update
Welcome to the Pacific Update, our newsletter focusing on NIWA’s work and activities in the Pacific region.
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Island Climate Update
A monthly summary of the climate in the tropical South Pacific islands, with an outlook for the coming months. This bulletin is a multi-national project with collaboration from a number of Pacific nations and support from various organisations. Read more about Island Climate Update