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.
Worrying warming trend at Windermere over past 80 years
Long-term monitoring data collected by UKCEH show that surface temperatures in Windermere, the largest lake in England, have warmed by 1.5°C in the last 80 years. TV presenter Helen Skelton joined scientists to take part in a day of fieldwork.
UKCEH science at EGU26
UKCEH scientists and postgraduate researchers will take part in the EGU General Assembly 2026 (3-8 May), joining colleagues from around the world in Vienna or online for the annual meeting covering all the disciplines of Earth, planetary and space sciences.
Widespread evidence of methane release from Greenland Ice Sheet
The most extensive sampling of subglacial methane from the Greenland Ice Sheet provides the first evidence of its consistent and widespread release of the potent greenhouse gas.
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.