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Seabed mining 'does not co-exist with offshore wind', government told
Offshore wind companies have told the government the industry is not compatible with seabed mining in the Taranaki Bight - but the mining industry disagrees.
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How a climate win under Labour could affect National's carbon market
15 May 2024A new steel-making furnace will reduce emissions so much, environment officials have pitched reducing the whole country's supply of carbon credits.
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Saving the planet one lunchbox at a time
15 May 2024If you are using excessive glad wrap around your school lunch sarnies, watch out.
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Ready for immortality? Why longer lifespans could be 'genuinely horrific'
15 May 2024Cambridge professor Stephen Cave says advances in longevity could lead to civil war, in latest episode of RNZ's 30 with Guyon Espiner.
Seabed mining 'does not co-exist with offshore wind', government told
Offshore wind companies have told the government the industry is not compatible with seabed mining in the Taranaki Bight - but the mining industry disagrees.
How a climate win under Labour could affect National's carbon market
A new steel-making furnace will reduce emissions so much, environment officials have pitched reducing the whole country's supply of carbon credits.
Saving the planet one lunchbox at a time
If you are using excessive glad wrap around your school lunch sarnies, watch out.
Ready for immortality? Why longer lifespans could be 'genuinely horrific'
Cambridge professor Stephen Cave says advances in longevity could lead to civil war, in latest episode of RNZ's 30 with Guyon Espiner.
Stephen Cave on how close we are to doubling our lifespan and why living forever would be a curse
Longevity expert Stephen Cave explains to Guyon how living to 150 years old could soon be a reality, and why the consequences of immortality would be horrific for all aspects of our world. Video
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Changes to emissions targets okay 'if supported by evidence' - business, climate leaders
They stand by New Zealand's 2050 carbon reduction targets, but are open to adding international aviation and shipping emissions.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 15 May
On today's episode, we get reaction on the Government's new National Gang Unit, Police Association president Chris Cahill and Labour leader Chris Hipkins join us, we also hear from two school… Audio
Canterbury researcher awarded Zonta Science Award
A Canterbury researcher who clinched the Zonta Science Award wants to inspire more women to pursue science in all its fields. Dr. Hadee Thompson-Morrison spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Concern Fast-track bill could lead to building in flood areas
Scientists, engineers and insurers are all sounding warnings over the government's Fast-track Approvals Bill, saying it's likely to lead to more building in flood prone areas. Reporter Kate Newton… Audio
New Zealand's largest flume tank opens in Nelson
The tank is being used to test prototypes of mobile marine farms in a bid to help the sector adapt to climate change.
Corrodium
Mutants feature heavily in many sci fi stories, from X-men to Godzilla. Chemistry expert Bill Jia talks Corrodium, a mutant-making material from the Ben 10 cartoon series. Audio
Court clears NZTA to acquire land for Mt Messenger bypass
The owner of a farm - parts of which a court has ruled can be acquired for the bypass - says he has no regrets about fighting the project.
Scion to lose around 10 percent of its workforce - union
About 30 jobs are being cut at the Crown forestry institute, the PSA says. Audio
E coli and high nitrate levels found in some Canterbury groundwater survey shows
More than half of the wells monitored in the Canterbury Regional Council's annual groundwater survey have shown nitrate levels are still likely increasing.
Forestry industry concerned as Scion set to cut jobs
The forestry industry is concerned about its future with around 10 percent of jobs at Scion, also known as the New Zealand Forest Research Institute, are proposed to be cut. New Zealand Farm Forestry… Audio
Scientists lay bare dangers of Hikurangi subduction zone
Scientists have laid bare the scale of catastrophe facing Aotearoa if our largest fault - the Hikurangi subduction zone, off the east coast of the north island - sets off an earthquake and tsunami… Audio
Jodi Salinsky: Being open about animal testing in Aotearoa
Approximately 300,000 animals are used for research across Aotearoa every year. Animal welfare officer Jodi Salinsky is dedicated to demystifying what that means. Audio
Aurora Australis should be visible again tonight and tomorrow, astronomer says
More solar storms are expected over the coming weeks as a "solar maximum" approaches, bringing dazzling displays to Aotearoa. Audio
Pākiri supporters would be 'crushed' if sand mining fast-tracked
A provision in the proposed fast-track law allowing previous court rulings against consents to be put aside would be a 'travesty of justice', they say.
Here Now - Bird Recue
Tucked away in west Auckland, a bird rescue centre has been attracting people with experience from around the world keen to help rescue injured NZ avians. Audio
