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What we do

The Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management is the leading professional membership body for ecologists and environmental managers in the UK and Ireland.

Our mission is to raise the standards and profile of professional ecological and environmental management for the benefit of nature and society.

We aim to achieve our mission through a wide range of activities, including:

  • Establishing and upholding standards of professional competence and conduct of those who practice ecological and environmental management as a profession.
  • Promoting the sharing of best practice through publications, networking and awards.
  • Supporting continuing professional development (CPD) through the provision of training and conferences.
  • Being an influential voice for the sector by advising governments on policy and practice in relation to management of the natural environment.
  • Promoting an integrated, inter-disciplinary approach to sustainable management of the natural environment.

To advance the understanding and the standards of practice of ecology and environmental management for the benefit of the natural environment.