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). Articles and information published before this date may reference the organisation's former name.
Our latest Statement of Corporate Intent 2014-2019 is available for you to read. It sets out ESR's purpose, goals and strategies for the next five years. We know our science makes a real difference to the wellbeing of New Zealanders – this document tells us what ESR collectively will have to achieve – and how we’re going to achieve it, and our key performance measures.