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.
New high resolution soil maps will support farm decision-making
New high-resolution soil and landscape maps for Great Britain will support online tools used by farmers and land managers, and future research across environmental science.
Unpacking Oil Palm: 80 million
How can the palm oil industry become more sustainable? The latest Counting the Earth episode features UKCEH scientists, social enterprise Wild Asia, and Royal Botanic Gardens Kew as we learn more about the oil palm plant and the palm oil it produces.
We have just 20 years to stop spiralling biodiversity decline
There is a closing 20-year window in which decisions on climate and land use will determine the fate of dozens of native birds, butterflies and plants across Great Britain, says a new study led by UKCEH.
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.