We have a long history of investigating, monitoring and modelling environmental change, generating evidence-driven solutions to complex environmental challenges. Watch our video to find out more about how our science is having a positive impact.
About the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH)
We are an independent, not-for-profit research institute. Our 500 scientists provide the data and insights that researchers, governments and businesses need to create a productive, resilient and healthy environment.
UK's dragonflies are benefiting from climate change
Dragonflies are bucking the trend of declining insect species in Britain and Ireland, according to an analysis of records from the past 50 years by UKCEH researchers.
LED streetlights reduce insect populations by 50%
'Eco-friendly’ LED streetlights are even more harmful for insect populations than the traditional sodium bulbs they are replacing, a new UKCEH-led study has shown.
Maps show extent of main global threats to vertebrates
Scientists have identified the location and intensity of the main threats to amphibians, birds and mammals across the world, in order to help guide conservation action.
Our ambition
We seek to understand our environment, how it sustains life, and the human impact on it – so that together, people and nature can prosper.
Excellent environmental science with impact
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What we do
We carry out excellent environmental science across water, land and air. Our science makes a difference, informing policy-making, commercial innovation and conservation action all around the world.
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How we work
We believe that the best solutions are co-designed and co-delivered, and our partnerships cross borders, sectors and disciplines. We are a strategic delivery partner for the Natural Environment Research Council, part of UK Research and Innovation.