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.
Comprehensive survey of England’s hedgerows
There is urgent need to enable more farmers and contractors to revive our hedgerows to meet restoration targets, a UKCEH survey has found. While agri-environment schemes have improved habitats' condition, the overall length of hedgerows remains unchanged.
Scientist becomes adviser to Climate Change Committee
Professor Chris Evans, a biogeochemist at UKCEH, has been appointed as an adviser to the Climate Change Committee. He will provide guidance on how farming and the wider land use sector can adapt to climate change.
Confronting the world's biodiversity crisis - reflections from COP16
A UKCEH delegation joined the global science community at COP16 in Colombia, a key summit for tackling the biodiversity crisis. Read their reflections on the event, the experience of taking part and what it means for biodiversity.
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
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Environmental datasets
How we work
Environmental challenges cannot be solved alone. Our partnerships cross borders, sectors and disciplines and are beneficial for everyone involved.