Conservation Education & Research Trust
Also known as: Earthwatch Institute (europe)
We engage people worldwide in scientific field research and education in order to promote the understanding and action necessary for a sustainable environment.
Activities & Mission
We engage people worldwide in scientific field research and education in order to promote the understanding and action necessary for a sustainable environment.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 90% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 356). How is this calculated?
Higher than 42% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 38% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £3,398,464 | £4,544,494 | £4,197,546 | £2,491,963 | £900,000 | 63 / 4993 |
| 2023 | £3,447,533 | £4,573,926 | £4,264,920 | £3,530,242 | £1,802,611 | 60 / 5910 |
| 2022 | £3,395,118 | £3,983,875 | £3,551,002 | £4,626,717 | £3,236,691 | 55 / 3574 |
| 2021 | £1,271,179 | £3,573,553 | £3,075,320 | £5,583,314 | £2,823,717 | 57 / 865 |
| 2020 | £2,055,785 | £4,593,975 | £4,001,843 | £7,769,170 | £3,236,691 | 66 / 850 |
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Frequently asked questions about Conservation Education & Research Trust
What does Conservation Education & Research Trust do?
We engage people worldwide in scientific field research and education in order to promote the understanding and action necessary for a sustainable environment.
How much income did Conservation Education & Research Trust report in 2024?
Conservation Education & Research Trust reported total income of £3.40m and reported expenditure of £4.54m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Conservation Education & Research Trust?
Conservation Education & Research Trust has a program ratio of 123.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 90% of UK Research charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 356 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Conservation Education & Research Trust registered as a charity?
Conservation Education & Research Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 November 2002 as charity number 1094467. It has been registered for 24 years.
Who runs Conservation Education & Research Trust?
Conservation Education & Research Trust is governed by a board of 12 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Conservation Education & Research Trust operate?
Conservation Education & Research Trust operates across 16 areas, including Brazil, Canada, China and 13 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Conservation Education & Research Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Conservation Education & Research Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1094467.
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Also Known As
- Earthwatch Institute (europe)
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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