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.
Environmental science for a world where people and nature prosper
Environmental science for a world where people and nature prosper
About the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH)
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.
Weather forecasts could provide warning of meningitis outbreaks
Predicting the location and scale of meningitis outbreaks in sub-Saharan Africa up to two weeks in advance gives health agencies more time to activate emergency response plans.
‘Good year’ for butterflies but many species in long-term decline
The UK Butterfly Monitoring Scheme, comprising partners including UKCEH, has published its annual results, based on records collected by volunteers during 2020.
UKCEH Annual Review 2020
We are pleased to share our Annual Review 2020, which celebrates some of the important work that has happened at the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH).
Our ambition
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.
Science areas
Science challenges
Research facilities
What we do
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.
Environmental Information Data Centre
Environmental Information Platform
Environmental Datasets
How we work
How we work
We believe that the best solutions are co-designed and co-delivered, and our partnerships cross borders, sectors and disciplines. Scientific curiosity, integrity and transparency are at the heart of how we work.
Case study: Establishing sustainable nitrogen management
Case study: Mitigating climate change impacts in Africa
Case study: Helping the UK become more flood resilient