Climate
'Specifics will matter a lot': Cautious optimism over BlackRock deal
A climate policy expert says there are always some risks around large infrastructure investments, but moving to 100 percent renewable electricity is a great idea. Audio
July was world's hottest on record, EU scientists say
Global air temperatures and ocean surface temperatures set new all-time records in July, the head of EU's Copernicus climate change panel said.
Carbon credits - land grab or the Amazon future?
The eight countries that share a slice of the Amazon Rainforest are meeting to discuss a regional response to deforestation, climate change and crime, the first meeting of its kind in 45 years.
James Shaw on BlackRock climate investment fund
Let's continue this conversation about BlackRock and the climate investment fund with co-leader of the Green Party - James Shaw. Audio
Bernard Hickey explains BlackRock's climate investment deal
One of the world's largest investment companies - BlackRock - has launched a #2 billion fund to help New Zealand reach 100 percent renewable electricity.
The pool of money will be available for green… Audio
Govt and BlackRock aiming at 100% clean energy: What is BlackRock?
Analysis - BlackRock is setting up a $2 billion fund with the government to invest in green energy - but what is BlackRock?
Govt reveals plan to transition to 100 percent renewable electricity
The government has announced a "first of its kind" $2 billion climate infrastructure fund. It's partnered with investment giant BlackRock with the goal of New Zealand being one of the first countries… Video, Audio
The Panel with Julia Hartley-Moore and Steve McCabe (Part 1)
Today on The Panel, Wallace Chapman and panellists Julia Hartley-Moore and Steve McCabe discuss the latest research dissecting the impact of climate change on Antarctica and the success of the FIFA… Audio
Warmer oceans to make severe weather events more catastrophic - climate scientist
When the global average reaches two degrees of warming, New Zealand will be four degrees hotter around the oceans, according to GNS climate scientist Georgia Grant. Audio
Commercial property manager touts benefits of going green
Commercial property managers could benefit from switching to more sustainable practices as tenants become increasingly eco-conscious.
PM hails $2b BlackRock climate investment fund for renewable energy
A "first-of-its-kind" $2 billion climate infrastructure fund has been announced by the government.
Government refers wind and solar projects for fast-track consenting
Wind farm projects in Southland, south of Auckland and Manawatū are being fast-tracked through consenting, the government has announced.
'One of the most extreme events the world has ever seen'
Scientists are in disbelief as temperatures hit 37C in parts of South America - up to 20C higher than the normal for this time of the year.
How do market based carbon pricing schemes work around the world?
New Zealand's carbon pricing system, the Emissions Trading Scheme, is a central tool in the country's climate change policy. Industries covered by the ETS must give the government a carbon unit for… Audio
NIWA on July's record-breaking heatwaves
July saw global temperature records broken as heatwaves swept across Europe, North Africa, North America and Asia.
July 6 was the hottest day ever, according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service… Audio
Analysis: How does road building affect the climate?
National Party leader Christopher Luxon has rejected any climate criticism his party has received over its transport policy.
National wants to spend about $25 billion dollars to build a suite of… Audio
AirNZ to trial electric or hydrogen aircraft to lower emissions
It's a pilot, but not the kind Air New Zealand's used to. The national carrier's looking to trial low emissions aircraft to move freight starting in 2026. And it's looking for two airports to be part… Video, Audio
How climate change is affecting young people in Aotearoa
A study is being conducted to survey how the extreme weather events that have struck parts of the North Island this year have impacted young people. 'Growing Up in New Zealand' Associate Professor… Audio
Waka Kotahi should focus more on transport, less on climate - Luxon
National's leader Christopher Luxon has rejected climate criticisms over his transport policy, but says the transport agency should focus on convenience of movement. Audio
Devastating floods hit China
Devastating floods have killed at least 20 people in China.
Morning Report producer Zoe Cartwright spoke to our China correspondent Andrew Wood overnight - and he says other parts of the country are… Audio
