About us
With expertise in ecology, sustainability, economics, social science, communication, data science, mathematical modelling and strategy, we are combining significant experience and diverse backgrounds to tackle the challenge of biodiversity decline in Aotearoa.
Co-Directors
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Dr Kiri Joy Wallace
Ecologist
University of Waikato
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Dr John Reid
Systems Specialist
Earth Quotient
Ngāti Pikiao, Tainui
Team members
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Dr Md Saiful Khan
Data Scientist
University of Canterbury - Geospatial Research Institute
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Penny Payne
Social Scientist
University of Waikato
Ngāi Tahu, Ngāi Tūāhuriri, Kāti Huirapa
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Kevan Cote
Data Scientist
Moose Engineering & Design
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Dr Jay Whitehead
Environmental Economist
Matatihi
Ngāi Tahu, Ōraka Aparima, Kāti Māmoe
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Karen Denyer
Ecologist
Papawera Consulting
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Corey Ruha
Iwi Data Liaison & Data Scientist
Independent Consultant
Te Arawa, Tainui, Mātaatua
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Catherine Kirby
Communication & Relationships Manager
Entelea Scicom
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Nathaniel Calhoun
Advisor – Strategy & Artificial Intelligence
Code Innovation
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Monique Hall
Administrator
University of Waikato
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Dr Rachelle Binny
Data Modeller
Manaaki Whenua Landcare Research
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David Hunt
Data Scientist
Litmus Datatech
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Olivia Stead
Research Assistant
University of Waikato
The Eco-index originated from a $3.4 million investment from the government-funded New Zealand’s Biological Heritage National Science Challenge - Ngā Koiora Tuku Iho (BioHeritage) and is now also funded through other partners and clients.
