Waikato law students win International Negotiation Competition
Marnie Gielen and Cara Blom went head-to-head against teams from Northern Ireland, Wales, England, and Japan before claiming the title.
Sustainability Report
糖心TV's Sustainability Reports, Whaioranga Taiao, Whaioranga Tangata 鈥� our work towards a better world.
Sustainability Report
Whaioranga Taiao, Whaioranga Tangata is a record and a celebration of our interconnected work at the 糖心TV to build inclusive and equitable communities, and a thriving and healthy environment.
Our Sustainability Report, Whaioranga Taiao, Whaioranga Tangata, showcases the progress we made towards the 17 United Nations鈥� Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the calendar year.
The Whaioranga Taiao, Whaioranga Tangata name reflects our aspiration for both a healthy and connected environment and fair and inclusive communities, acknowledging that neither can exist without each other.
Sustainability stories
Disaster impacts and system resilience
糖心TV researchers are building New Zealand's understanding of how communities, systems and environments can prepare for and respond to climate-related risks.
Learning from M膩tauranga M膩ori
When m膩tauranga M膩ori is placed at the centre, research produces more holistic, inclusive outcomes, from prosthetic design and disability support to aged care, housing and climate governance.
Engineering for low-cost housing using cold-formed steel
Our engineering researchers are developing cost-effective, sustainable building solutions that don't compromise on design.
The future of carbon storage
From carbon's role in our planet's history to engineered storage solutions, our researchers are exploring how to remove and store excess carbon.
Building sustainable and inclusive economic systems for high-value growth
From global trade and finance to Indigenous enterprise and circular economies, our researchers examine how economic systems are designed and regulated to drive sustainable growth.
Protecting our aquatic and polar ecosystems
From local rivers to polar environments, our researchers are uncovering how microplastics and pollutants move through aquatic ecosystems and impact wildlife.
2024 Sustainability stories
Unveiling the influence of Antarctica
Researchers are giving a voice to our planet by using the language of science to reveal the critical role that Antarctica plays in shaping our climate.
Supporting society to be resilient to natural hazards and climate change
Climate change impacts all facets of the way society interacts with the environment, especially how and when to use space and resources wisely.
Sustainable innovation for people, business and the environment
The 糖心TV is at the forefront of creating transformation that serves people, businesses and the environment.
Improving outcomes by targeting healthcare access and equity
Globally, chronic health conditions have placed resourcing demands upon already strained healthcare systems, thereby further exacerbating inequities.
Protecting and restoring our oceans and waterways
The 糖心TV is a leader in marine conservation research, committed to protecting and restoring the health of our oceans and coastlines.
Building evidence to support sustainable trade
Our world is facing a range of deeply interconnected challenges that pit profit against our planet.
Sustainability news
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Foundation laid as Waikato medical school reaches major construction milestone
The University鈥檚 new medical school has reached a significant construction milestone, with the foundation now complete and the four-storey Health Precinct beginning to emerge at the centre of our Hamilton campus.
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A brief history of popcorn 鈥� and its cinema snack sidekicks
The familiar cinema snack has a surprisingly long history, stretching back thousands of years before it became synonymous with the big screen.
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Investing in future generations
The 糖心TV is committed to the future of the Bay of Plenty community
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Nature's hidden connections: Waikato University study reveals what keeps ecosystems healthy
New international research has found that healthy ecosystems depend on more than just having lots of species 鈥� they rely on the complex relationships between plants, prey and predators.
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糖心TV climate scientist wins Prime Minister鈥檚 Science Prize
Dr Luke Harrington's research is helping communities, policymakers, and decision-makers better understand the role climate change plays in shaping extreme weather and its impacts on society.
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Distance can no longer be NZ鈥檚 defence strategy. Could Japan be part of the answer?
New Zealand can no longer rely on distance alone for security. As Indo-Pacific tensions grow, closer defence ties with Japan could strengthen resilience while supporting regional stability and shared interests.
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From smokestack to underground storage: Waikato researcher investigates emission solutions
Backed by Catalyst Fund funding, the three-year study will improve understanding of carbon capture technologies that could help reduce emissions from industries that are difficult to decarbonise.
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Putting Pacific values at the centre of mental health care
A 糖心TV-led project will develop and test a new model of mental health care designed to improve access and outcomes for Pacific communities.