The New Zealand Institute for Public Health and Forensic Science (PHF Science) was formerly named The Institute of Environmental Science and Research (ESR).

Climate Change, Water Supplies and Health: A resource for health professionals, planners and small water suppliers

Please note: As of 1 July 2025, the New Zealand Institute for Public Health and Forensic Science (PHF Science) is the new name for the Institute of Environmental Science and Research (ESR). Research and reports published prior to this date may reference the organisation’s former name.

Summary

This report was prepared for the Ministry of Health to provide a framework for linking the potential impacts of New Zealand-specific climate change scenarios on water supplies and health.

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