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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National Biodiversity Network Trust
EnvironmentTo advance, formally and informally, public participation in and public understanding and enjoyment of, the conservation of biological resources, together with their sustainable and wise use, by providing public access to biological records, data or information pertaining to the UK, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man.
Thames Estuary Partnership
Environment, Heritage, LeisureThe Partnership is established to conserve, protect and maintain the coastal,environmental and natural heritage of the Thames for the public benefit.It covers the Tidal Thames from Chelsea to Shoeburyness in Essex and the Isle of Grain in Kent dealing with Education, Dredging,Research,Recreation ,Archaeology and Fisheries, river transport, riverside development and others.
Platform (london)
EnvironmentThe Charity is established to promote knowledge and understanding of the natural environment and its interrelationship with the social and economic activities of humans.
North Wales Rivers Trust LTD
EnvironmentThe Clwyd and Conwy Rivers Trust aims to promote the conservation, protection, rehabilitation and improvement of the rivers, streams, water courses and water impoundments in the Clwyd and Conwy catchments and in the counties of Denbighshire, Conwy and Gwynedd amd adjacent areas of their banks, riparian lands and catchment areas in all their aspects.
Wear Rivers Trust
EnvironmentThe Objects of the Company are to conserve, protect, rehabilitate and improve the landscape, rivers, streams, watercourses and water impoundments of the Wear catchment To advance the education in:- (1) The understanding of rivers and river catchment management. (2) The need for, and benefits of, conservation, protection, rehabilitation and improvement of aquatic environments.
The Garden Classroom
Associations, Economic and community development, Environment, Facilities, LeisureThe Garden Classroom delivers high quality activities in natural environments. Education, recreation and community activities are at the heart of what TGC does. It connects people with nature and with each other, in nature, and cultivates an interest in the natural world. Outdoor learning & recreation in natural environments, countryside projects and camping are at the heart of TGC's service.
Panthera Wildlife Trust Limited
Animals, Charitable activities, EnvironmentTo promote the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment of endangered wild cats. The Charity also aims to advance the education of the public in the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment and of the most endangered wild animals.
Dee Trust
Charitable activities, EnvironmentSecuring the preservation,protection,development and improvement of the rivers,streams,watercourses and water bodies in the Welsh Dee catchment. Advancing the education of the public in the management of water and the wider environment.
Lake District Foundation
EnvironmentPromote the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment and cultural heritage of the Lake District by inspiring people to care for and contribute to the natural environment and cultural heritage of the Lake District and Cumbria; andproviding funding and support for conservation, environmental and cultural initiatives in the Lake District and Cumbria
Rose Castle Foundation
Environment, SocietyPromoting interfaith dialogue and mutual understanding between faith groups and secular society.Facilitating conflict resolution, in particular with respect to religious discourse.Promoting environmental sustainability and reconciliation between people and the natural world.
The Jim Ratcliffe Foundation
Environment, Social welfareFoundation not accepting speculative applications.Promoting for the public benefit the preservation, conservation and protection of physical andnatural environment; advancing education for the public benefit in the conservation, protection and improvement of thephysical and natural environment by promoting the study and research of the above;relieving poverty promoting amateur spor
Natural Enterprise LTD
Economic and community development, EnvironmentPromotion of the conservation, protection, and improvement of the physical and natural environment of the Isle of Wight by the advancement of education and training for both the rural workforce and the general public.
Nene Rivers Trust CIO
Charitable activities, EnvironmentNene Rivers Trust works for the protection and enhancement of the River Nene and its catchment (predominantly Northamptonshire). The Trust does this through activities that support conservation, protection and enhancement of the river and its catchment and through the advancement of public education, engagement and awareness raising.
International Youth Hostel Federation
Beneficiary group, Environment, Housing, LeisureYouth Tourism, Outdoor Education and Recreation and Environmental Conservation. On behalf of its parent charity, the International Youth Hostel Federation (IYHF), provides International Marketing and Information Technology Support to all member National Youth Hostel Associations, a global Online Booking Service @ www.hihostels.com, monitors Hostel Standards and offers International Training.
International Bee Research Association
Environment, ResearchIBRA promotes the value of bees by providing information on bee science and beekeeping worldwide.
Tropical Biology Association
Charitable activities, EnvironmentAdvance public education & promote for the benefit of the public, conservation, protection & improvement of the physical and natural environment in particular in the tropics
Borneo Nature Foundation International
Economic and community development, EnvironmentProtection of rainforest ecosystems in Indonesian Borneo, to safeguard the island's unique biodiversity, the livelihoods and cultures of rural communities, and enhance its global conservation values to mitigate the climate crisis. We achieve this by providing support for community-led conservation, education, capacity-building and sustainable development initiatives.
Yorkshire Dales Rivers Trust
Environment, LeisureRiver catchment conservation measures for the Yorkshire Dales Rivers, namely the Wharfe, Nidd, Ure and Swale. The YDRT also supports and sponsors research and education to inform the public of the importance river habitat conservation for supporting biodiversity, for improving water quality and for oublic recreation and enjoyment.
Tees Valley Wildlife Trust LTD
Economic and community development, Education, Environment, FacilitiesWork with local authorities, businesses and others to protect, manage and enhance land for wildlife.Promote lifelong learning in environmental matters through a programme of education and training.Manage its nature reserves.Work with local partners to ensure that wildlife and natural places contribute to the environmental, social and economic regeneration of the Tees Valley.
Ocean Generation
EnvironmentTHE CHARITY'S OBJECTS ("OBJECTS) ARE SPECIFICALLY RESTRICTED TO THE PROMOTION FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT OF THE CONSERVATION, PROTECTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE PHYSICAL AND NATURAL ENVIRONMENT FROMPLASTIC WASTE.
Terraverde
Charitable activities, EnvironmentFor the public benefit, to further such charitable purposes according to the law of England and Wales as the trustees see fit from time to time. In particular, to promote for the benefit of the public the promotion of the protection of the environment by providing grants to organisations and projects focusing on the conservation, protection and improvement of the environment.
Banc D'arguin, And Coastal And Marine Biodiversity Trust Fund Limited
Environment1) TO PROMOTE, FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC, THE CONSERVATION, PROTECTION AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE PHYSICAL AND NATURAL ENVIRONMENT, FIRSTLY OF THE BANC D'ARGUIN NATIONAL PARK, AND SECONDLY OF OTHER MARINE AND COASTAL PROTECTED AREAS IN MAURITANIA.
Walworth Garden
Economic and community development, Education, Environment, Facilities, LeisureTraining and Employment Programmes City & Guilds QCF Practical Horticulture Skills,Garden Services (Social Enterprise), Horticultural Therapy,Adult Learning: Introduction to Gardening;Horticulture; Beekeeping;Herbal Medicine and others, Community Garden Centre
Murmur
Charitable activities, EnvironmentTo promote the preservation and the protection of the environment and to advance the education of the public in the preservation and protection of the environment.
Teesside Environmental Trust
Environment, FacilitiesThe protection and promotion of the natural environment through the provision of nature reserves, the management of habitats,the conservation of habitats and species, the conservation of the historic environment and the provision of eduction on the natural environment.
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.