About Us

The Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) is a charitable organisation which promotes and raises public awareness of environmental science by supporting professional scientists and academics working in this crucial arena. As a seminal environmental sciences organisation, founded in 1971, the Institution is consulted by the Government and other interested parties on environmental issues. The Institution has strong ties with Higher Education and promotes and supports environmental science and sustainable development in universities and colleges both nationally and internationally.

Membership of the Institution offers stepping stones on a career path - from student to Chartered status, attracting professionals of high standing with significant specialist and interdisciplinary experience.

The Institution is an international organisation with members in Australia, Bahrain, Belgium, Canada, Hong Kong, Ireland, Kenya, Malta, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Portugal, Rwanda, Singapore, South Africa, Switzerland, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, USA and Zimbabwe.

Aims of the Institution

  • To promote the role of environmental sciences and sustainable development in higher education, the workplace, the professions and society at large.
  • To promote inter-professional practice for environmental science and sustainable development professionals through the application of interdisciplinary and systems thinking.
  • To develop high professional standards, competencies and ethics for environmental professionals through the publication of guidance, accreditation of qualifying courses and through continuous professional development.
  • To promote the environmental sciences and sustainable development in careers education and guidance.
  • To disseminate appropriate and timely information and opinion for the benefit of members and society at large.
  • To provide professional and learned advice on environmental sciences and sustainable development.