Environment Charities That specialise in Conservation and sustainability
Discover 1,091 Environment charities that specialise in conservation and sustainability. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Ecoflix Foundation UK
Arts, EnvironmentThe conservation and protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment and the world's endangered animals by grant funding.To advance education in the conservation protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment and the world's endangered wild animals through the medium of film, use of social media and education projects.
Northern Print Studio Limited
Charitable activities, EnvironmentNorthern Print is an open access printmaking studio in the North East of England, providing a one stop shop for printmaking.The provision, maintenance and improvement of property owned or managed by Northern Print as a public amenity in the vicinity of a landfill site, for the protection of the environment.
Rowner Community Trust
Economic and community development, Education, Environment, Leisure, Research, Social welfareThe objects of RCT are to promote community-based activities in the Grange Ward of the Borough of Gosport and, in particular, the promotion of : projects for the relief of social deprivation, education, training and employment skills, facilities for public recreation and improvement of the physical and natural environment.
Record, The Biodiversity Information System For Cheshire, Halton, Warrington And Wirral
EnvironmentVarious tasks and facilities pertaining to the collection, verification, management, storage and dissemination of biological/biodiversity data within the Cheshire region, including training in the identification of species, information on recording via a website which also delivers data and species mapping to the public and the education sector and beyond.
Epping Forest Heritage Trust
Charitable activities, EnvironmentWe have a vision of Epping Forest being a thriving forest, rich in biodiversity, heritage and culture; enjoyed and conserved now and for generations to come. To achieve this we deliver work against our 3 strategic objectives to:1. educate and inspire people about the Forest2. do hands on work to conserve and grow the Forest3. protect the Forest through research and advocacy.
Wild Tomorrow UK
Beneficiary group, Environment, Heritage, HousingWild Tomorrow UK's mission is to save threatened and endangered species and the wild places they call home.We do this by protecting, restoring and rewilding habitat of high biodiversity value with a focus on Global Biodiversity Hotspots, Protected Areas and Wildlife Corridors. Our major project, in partnership with Wild Tomorrow Fund South Africa, is located in KwaZulu-Natal South Africa.
Mersey Gateway Environmental Trust
EnvironmentThe MGET has been set up to monitor and manage the environmental disciplines associated with the Mersey Gateway Project. The Trust vision is to promote for the benefit of the public the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment of the Upper Mersey Estuary and related areas. This includes the ability for the Trust to bid for additional resources.
Friends Of Clapham Common
Associations, Environment1. Promote conservation, protection, improvement and biodiversity of the physical and natural environment of Clapham Common; and 2. To provide or assist in the provision of facilities and activities for the benefit of the inhabitants of south west London in particular but not exclusively by the preservation, promotion, support, assistance and improvement of Clapham Common.
Care For Wild Rhino Sanctuary (uk)
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Education, EnvironmentRescuing and caring for animals, in particular rhinoceroses.Supporting education, health and employment in areas with endangered species with the aim of reducing the incidents of poaching and support conservation in those areas.Making grants for work to support conservation.
Chafford Gorges Limited
Environment, Facilities, HousingAim to improve the wildlife habitats of the nature park in order to broaden the biodiversity of the site and conserve existing species. The site is used for local community events and also for education activities for all ages as it is the major open green space for a large new housing development.
Landguard And Felixstowe Conservation Trust
Environment, HeritageTo promote for the benefit of the public the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment and preservation of the historical architectural, archaeological and natural heritage of Landguard Point and surrounding areas by working with stakeholders and partners, andby providing or assisting in the provision of advice, support and grants.
The Ella Roberta Family Foundation
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Environment, SocietyThe Ella Roberta Family Foundation (ERFF) campaigns for clean air in the UK and abroad by promoting research & raising awareness of the health impacts of air pollution e.g. asthma. ERFF is campaigning for Clean Air as a Human Right to become a UK law. We hold our own events & speak at UK/ international events to push for change and to highlight clean air social injustice issues.
The Energy Saving Trust Foundation
Charitable activities, EnvironmentThe Foundations object's are to promote and to advance the education of the public in the conservation, protection, and improvement of the physical and natural environment so as to further the protection of the world's climate systems, including by reducing and making sustainable the use of energy and water and ensuring the prudent use of non-renewable resources for public benefit?.
Friends Of Eastwoods Park
Associations, Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Environment, Facilities, Heritage, Leisure, Professions, Social welfareOperating the Miners Lamp Community Cafe & Hub. Reducing food poverty through our food bank and food redistribution. Combatting climate change through reducing food waste, making environmental improvements and increasing biodiversity. Providing youth employment opportunities. Providing sporting equipment and facilities to improve health. Promoting and protecting our local heritage and history
Kielder Water And Forest Park Development Trust
Arts, Environment, Leisure(1) promote sustainable development for the benefit of the public (2) provision of facilities for public recreation and other leisure activities at Kielder in the interests of social welfare with the object of improving conditions of life (3) educate the public in all aspects of the natural environment (4) promoting the creation of works of art and presenting musical and dramatic performances.
Global Social Impact
Charitable activities, Environment, HeritageGlobal Social Impact is a UK charity which promotes the building of the Global ecosystem of the VP/SI space. We do this by giving grants to entities which work at both country and continent level. We have over 15 year history of this work.
Second Chance Animal Rescue
EnvironmentTO RESCUE AND REHOME WHERE APPROPRIATE ILL-TREATED OR ABANDONED ANIMALS. TO RESCUE,TREAT AND RETURN TO THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT SICK AND ABANDONED WILDLIFE.EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ON CARE OF ANIMALS.
Brockwell Park Community Greenhouses
Environment, LeisureBrockwell Park Community Greenhouses provides educational and training resource in sustainable horticultureand promotes physical and mental well-being through horticultural activities and engagement with the natural world.In addition the charity promotes wildlife and biodiversity and promotes healthy-eating and local food-growing.
Tincleton Trees Trust
Environment, FacilitiesTincleton Trees Trust is primarily concerned to eliminate invasive rhododendron ponticum (RP) from Clyffe Copse, Dorset thereby enabling biodiversity of flora and fauna to flourish. The Trust works to preserve the ancient monuments on the site, protect endangered species returning as RP is destroyed and enable the public to access popular national footpaths on a well maintained path.
The West Sussex Countryside Studies Trust
Economic and community development, Environment, FacilitiesThe Trust provides facilities for and administers and delivers educational activities to promote awareness and knowledge of the natural environment, heritage and the business of managing the countryside. The principal area of operation is on the Goodwood Estate in West Sussex, in particular the organic farm, woodland nature trail, Goodwood House and other business areas.
Polden Puckham Charitable Foundation
EnvironmentPPCF support projects that change values and attitudes, promote equity and social justice, develop radical alternatives to economic and social structures. Areas of specific interest are peace issues and environmental sustainability.
Surrey Beekeepers Association
EnvironmentFurthering the craft of beekeeping.
Mass Extinction Monitoring Observatory
Charitable activities, Economic and community development, EnvironmentTo advance the education of the public, including the promotion of study and research for the public benefit into the extinction of animals, flora and fauna;To promote the preservation and protection of the environment and of endangered species;Provision and maintenance of the Mass Extinction Monitoring Observatory.Contributing to social, environmental and economic regeneration of Portland
Mountainwise
Charitable activities, Environment, Leisure1. To provide Duke of Edinburgh Award Expedition programmes and/or other educational and recreational activities as a means of:2. To advance the education of the public, in particular but not exclusively in the subject of the physical and natural environment.
The Pleasley Pit Trust
Charity and VCS support, Environment, ProfessionsPleasley Pit Trust protects and shares the industrial, natural and cultural heritage of Pleasley Pit. We bring to life mining heritage through education, volunteering, community learning and nature-based activities. We improve wellbeing, support biodiversity and community connection while caring for this nationally important historic site for future generations.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many conservation-and-sustainability environment charities are there in the UK?
There are 1,091 registered conservation-and-sustainability environment charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the conservation-and-sustainability environment charities by income?
Canal & River Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£232.6m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of conservation-and-sustainability environment charities?
Conservation-and-sustainability environment charities reported a combined annual income of £3.6bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for conservation-and-sustainability environment charities?
Across all conservation-and-sustainability environment charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 84.8%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of conservation-and-sustainability environment charities?
Conservation-and-sustainability environment charities have an average annual income of £1.4m. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.