GNS Science, also known as Te Pῡ Ao, is a leading scientific organization based in Lower Hutt, New Zealand. Their mission is to provide excellent science where it is most needed. With a focus on creating a cleaner, safer, and more prosperous future for Aotearoa New Zealand, GNS Science offers a range of products and services.

They specialize in researching and finding sustainable solutions for a low-carbon future. With a constant watch on geohazards, GNS Science plays a crucial role in enabling Aotearoa's response and resilience to geological forces. They also uncover the secrets of the world's eighth continent and conduct research on climate history to shape our climate future.

Collaborating with world-class experts, GNS Science supports iwi Māori as kaitiaki (guardians) of New Zealand's natural environment. They listen to communities, understand their challenges, and develop solutions together. Working with partners, GNS Science delivers real impact for people in Aotearoa and around the world.

Driven by their vision, GNS Science aims to increase New Zealand's resilience to natural hazards, enhance understanding of geological processes, drive innovation and sustainable growth in the energy sector, and develop materials and approaches for sustainable risk management. GNS Science's name, Te Pῡ Ao, was gifted by Wiremu Tāwhai, a kaumatua (elder) of Te Whānau-ā-Apanui. It reflects the deep origins of our world and acknowledges GNS Science's core work in understanding the world, its origins, and its ever-changing essence.

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