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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.

1,091
Charities
£3,565,852,575
Total Income
£1,355,837
Avg Income
84.8%
Program Ratio

Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.

Wessex Rivers Trust

Environment, Research

We are continuing to work to establish the charity with the objectives as set out below: environmental, educational and scientific.

Latest Income: £1,791,401
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Roots And Shoots

Beneficiary group, Economic and community development, Education, Environment

Roots and Shoots provides vocational training for young people with learning, social and emotional problems, to provide them with the skills to find and keep employment. We also provide environmental education for schools and the local community and work towards enhancing and supporting biodiversity in the local area.

Latest Income: £1,767,081
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Population Matters

Environment

Population Matters* educates the public on population issues and their impact on environmental sustainability, resource use and quality of life* researches and promotes methods to determine ecologically sustainable human population levels* encourages policies, in the UK and globally, that can help achieve environmental sustainability through a stable population.

Latest Income: £1,738,246
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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International Tree Foundation

Environment

Protecting, promoting and planting trees to benefit the natural environment and the wellbeing and livelihoods of communities

Latest Income: £1,718,081
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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William Adlington Cadbury Charitable Trust

Environment, Religion

In the West Midlands region: social welfare, medical and healthcare projects, education, places of religious worship, conservation of the environment, the arts and penal reform. In Ireland: cross community initiatives promoting reconciliation. In the United Kingdom as a whole: the Religious Society of Friends. Overseas: sustainable development projects predominantly in Africa.

Latest Income: £1,704,157
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Epilepsy Research Institute UK

Environment

The Epilepsy Research Institute serves as the central hub for the epilepsy research community. The Institute aims to strengthen the epilepsy research ecosystem . Prior to becoming the Institute in 2023, it was Epilepsy Research UK which was formed by the merger of the Epilepsy Research Foundation and the Fund for Epilepsy in April 2007.

Latest Income: £1,700,383
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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The Banister Charitable Trust

Environment

To promote the conservation, protection & improvement of the physical & natural environment in the UK and to further such other purposes which are exclusively charitable according to the law of England and Wales in such manner as the Trustees think fit. Trust is open to applications. Please submit your application to https://funding.ludlowtrust.com

Latest Income: £1,647,730
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Malvern Hills Conservators

Environment, Facilities, Leisure, Research

MHT shall manage the hills toPreserve the natural aspect of the hillsProtect and manage trees, shrubs, turf and other vegetationPrevent unlawful digging and quarryingKeep the hills open, unenclosed and unbuilt on as open spaces for the recreation and enjoyment of the publicConserve and enhance biodiversity, Sites of Special Scientific Interest and Scheduled Ancient Monuments on its land.

Latest Income: £1,636,872
Areas of Operation: Gloucestershire
Status: Registered
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Rockingham Forest Trust

Economic and community development, Education, Environment

Management of Stanwick Lakes Country Park in Northamptonshire, a social enterprise, and SSSI siteEducational and heritage programmes for schools and communities linked with our environmental conservation and heritage work.Health and well-being activities which reach out to those at disadvantage who most benefit from contact with the natural world

Latest Income: £1,632,605
Areas of Operation: Northamptonshire
Status: Registered
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World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance Foundation

Beneficiary group, Crime and Justice, Economic and community development, Education, Environment, Social welfare, Society

The Chairty's objectives are for the public benefit, anywhere in the world to advance education, prevent and relieve poverty and to relieve unemployment, (including those with little or no education, survivors of human trafficking, people with disabilities, refugees and migrants). Advance Human rights, promote the protection & preservation of the natural environment and sustainable development.

Latest Income: £1,629,904
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Julies Bicycle

Environment

Research: a research programme to quantify the environmental impacts of the arts and culture and to identify areas of specific concern. Capacity building: to provide an expert and comprehensive free set of resources covering all aspects of environmental sustainability. Thought leadership: our programme is designed to inspire arts leaders to take action on climate change and the environment.

Latest Income: £1,626,545
Areas of Operation: England
Status: Registered
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Arcola Theatre Production Company

Arts, Beneficiary group, Environment, Research

One of the UK's foremost independent theatres, winning awards such as Peter Brook Empty Space, Time Out Live and Sustainable Cities. Regularly recognised as a leading UK force in professional theatre, Arcola also delivers extensive youth, community and voluntary programmes. The Arcola Energy project is pioneering the integration of arts, sciences and environmental sustainability.

Latest Income: £1,560,136
Areas of Operation: Hackney
Status: Registered
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Earth Trust

Charitable activities, Economic and community development, Environment, Heritage

To advance public education in wildlife, countryside conservation, different farming and forestry methods and the effect of these on the environment and wildlife and to promote research into the same;To promote the sustainable conservation, restoration and protection of the environment, biodiversity and countryside heritage;For such other charitable purpose as the trustees may think fit.

Latest Income: £1,533,214
Areas of Operation: Oxfordshire
Status: Registered
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River Action UK

Economic and community development, Environment

To raise awareness on river pollution and apply pressure on industrial and agricultural producers to take greater responsibility for remedying the adverse environmental impact their supply chains are having on the health of our UK rivers.

Latest Income: £1,530,586
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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The Pangea Trust

Environment, Heritage

To support the wellbeing of elephants and other animals, and to provide sanctuary to those in need in Europe. To raise awareness and advocate for reform that results in improved living conditions for such animals, as well as conservation of species and their natural habitats anywhere in the world. To protect and restore local biodiversity in areas where Pangea operates.

Latest Income: £1,407,277
Areas of Operation: Portugal
Status: Registered
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Contaminated Land: Applications In Real Environments

Environment

CL:AIRE's objectives are: to advance education and promote study and research for the benefit of the public about the protection of the environment generally, and without limitation the remediation of contaminated land; and to promote the consevation, rehabilitation, reclamation and improvement of the physical and natural environments for the benefit of the public in the United Kingdom.

Latest Income: £1,379,575
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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Gwent Wildlife Trust LTD

Charitable activities, Environment

Gwent Wildlife Trust has a vision of an environment rich in wildlife for everyone. We work to rebuild biodiversity and engage people with their environment. We manage land, campaign for wildlife, provide advice and promote enjoyment and appreciation of wildlife.

Latest Income: £1,335,483
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Valentine Charitable Trust

Economic and community development, Environment

To apply income and capital towards such charitable purposes as the Trustees may in their absolute discretion think fit. In particular, (but without limitation), (i) the provision of such amenities and facilities for the benefit of the public as are not provided from public funds and (ii) the protection and safeguarding of the countryside and wildlife and the control and reduction of pollution.

Latest Income: £1,309,554
Areas of Operation: Dorset
Status: Registered
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Conservation International UK

Environment

Conservation International UK continues to work to attract voluntary donations to assist projects around the world and to preserve global biodiversity.

Latest Income: £1,305,858
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Back On The Map Limited

Crime and Justice, Economic and community development, Education, Environment, Housing, Leisure

Promoting and facilitating social, physical and economic development in Hendon. Objectives are the relief of unemployment, advancement of education, provision and improvement of housing, provision of recreational facilities, protection of the environment, provision of health facilities, promotion of public safety, prevention of crime and other means from time to time determined by the trustees.

Latest Income: £1,291,283
Areas of Operation: Sunderland
Status: Registered
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The Women's Environmental Network Trust

Beneficiary group, Environment

The principal activity of the company is to promote the protection and preservation of human health and in particular the health of women and of the natural environment by the advancement of research and education.

Latest Income: £1,244,014
Areas of Operation: Scotland
Status: Registered
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Environmental Conservation Co-Operative

Charitable activities, Environment, Facilities, Social welfare

ECCO is an environmental charity that recycles and reuses materials such as clothing, furniture, electrical items, household items and offers them back to the general public at low cost. ECCO has 3 reuse shops in Essex and East Herts and collects from West Essex, East Herts and North London.ECCO also collects and recycles domestic batteries.ECCO manages Parndon Wood Nature Reserve.

Latest Income: £1,238,250
Areas of Operation: Essex
Status: Registered
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The Astra Foundation

Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Environment, Social welfare

The charity makes grants to organisations that support our mission to advance the efforts to combat loneliness in young adults, empower youth to reach their potential regardless of their circumstances, and reduce plastic pollution.

Latest Income: £1,203,434
Areas of Operation: France
Status: Registered
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The Okapi Fund For Nature Conservation In The Democratic Republic Of Congo

Environment

THE CONSERVATION, PROTECTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT AND BIODIVERSITY OF THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO, WITH PRIORITY FOCUS ON DRCS NATIONAL SYSTEM OF PROTECTED AREAS. THE PROMOTION OF SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT THAT SUPPORTS THE CONSERVATION OF BIODIVERSITY IN DRC.

Latest Income: £1,188,567
Areas of Operation: Congo (Democratic Republic)
Status: Registered
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Riverside Church Trust

Environment, Religion

To advance the Christian faith;... for full details, see our Accounts, or website

Latest Income: £1,179,957
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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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.