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.
Cooking is bigger source of air pollutant than exhausts
Total emissions of ultrafine particulate matter from vehicle exhausts are lower than those from cooking in central London and Beijing, a study has found. This follows decades of air quality regulations.
From peat to paddies: 12
On this episode of Counting the Earth, Alice and Sue explore the challenge of protecting the UK’s lowland peatlands while sustaining food production with wetland farming, where higher water tables help preserve peat while supporting alternative crops.
Mixed fortunes for Britain's dragonflies revealed
A major new assessment of Britain's dragonflies and damselflies has revealed some species are expanding their range while others face increasing risk of extinction.
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.