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Guidance

Promoting best practice in environmental science

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The IES is committed to enhancing the understanding and development of environmental science and scientists. With this in mind, we publish guidance and recommendations to aid members in their work. These support improved knowledge and promote best practice and evidence-informed approaches. 

In addition to the resources available on the IES website, the Institute of Air Quality Management (IAQM) publishes guidance and position statements, and the Foundation for Water Research (FWR) publishes a range of content, including books, guides and reviews of current knowledge.

Latest guidance

Guidance
Tue, 28 October 2025

Good Practice on Air Quality Monitoring for Brownfield Projects

Guidance
Fri, 10 October 2025

Environmental Implementation: A Guide for Local Authorities

Guidance
Wed, 5 March 2025

A Regulator’s Guide to Cover Systems and their Verification

Guidance
Thu, 16 January 2025

CEDHE EDI Guide

Guidance
Wed, 9 October 2024

Integrating Action on Air Quality & Climate Change: A Guide for Local Authorities

Guidance
Thu, 5 October 2023

Before you dig: What's beneath your feet?

Guidance
Tue, 19 November 2019

Experience and qualifications to demonstrate competence in different EIA roles

Guidance
Thu, 20 June 2019

A guide to the assessment of air quality impacts on designated nature conservation sites

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Ethny Childs
Head of Communities & Partnerships

Ethny Childs

Head of Communities & Partnerships
Ethny is responsible for supporting the IES Communities and building relationships with partners and stakeholders in the sector. Ethny is also a Trustee for Charityworks, sits on the SiLC Board and holds positions on the Steering Groups for the Professional Bodies Climate Action Charter, the Equator Programme and the Media Trust's Communicating Climate Programme.
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