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.

UKCEH publishes Annual Report & Accounts 2024
We are pleased to share our Annual Report & Accounts 2024, which highlights our key achievements and provides essential information on our finance, governance and management over the year.

A year of impact and advancing environmental science in West Africa
As the UKCEH West Africa Office celebrates its first anniversary this month, we look back over some of the activities of the past year.

Success of project supporting early warnings In Southern Africa
A new short film captures how tailored forecasts and nowcasts are helping communities in Southern Africa anticipate severe weather and protect lives and livelihoods.
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.