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)
The UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology is a world-leading independent research institute, carrying out excellent environmental science with impact.
Major new public lecture series on water is launched
After a year of weather whiplash, with record-breaking rainfall in winter and the driest July on record, UKCEH is joining forces with the Royal Institution to help make sense of our changing world.
Partnering to build the UK's soil intelligence infrastructure
Healthy soils are fundamental to food production, biodiversity, water management and climate resilience, yet they remain one of the most under-measured natural assets. UKCEH and Carbon Asset Solutions have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to progress joint working in this area.
UKCEH joins global Technician Commitment community
UKCEH has formally pledged to increase support for technical staff who are critical to science and research activities by signing the internationally recognised Technician Commitment.
Our ambition
Our ambition is to make the world a better place through science addressing climate change, promoting biodiversity, and creating sustainable ecosystems.
Excellent environmental science with impact
Science strategy
Science departments
Science infrastructure
What we do
Our 600+ researchers deliver the data and insights that academics, governments and businesses need to solve urgent environmental challenges.
Environmental Information Data Centre
Web-based apps
National River Flow Archive
How we work
Environmental challenges cannot be solved alone. Our partnerships cross borders, sectors and disciplines and are beneficial for everyone involved.