Trustees Annual Report 2022-23
Our Annual Report reflects on the people and research we have supported and shares the highlights of our charitable activities in 2022-23.
Ask An ‘Ologist: A Science Outreach Adventure
Sam Hardy, a Meteorologist, took part in a live science outreach event aimed at igniting curiosity and passion among primary school children. The children asked questions about tornadoes, weather forecasting and climate change, and what it’s like to be a Meteorologist!
Inspiring young minds at the Cardiff TeenTech Festival
Along with 700 students between ages 10-14 and their teachers, we attended TeenTech Festival at the All Nations Centre in Cardiff in December 2023.
Making mountains in Kendal!
Visitors to the Kendal Mountain Festival had fun making their own mountains in our augmented reality sandbox.
Learning between the generations: 40 years of the British Hydrological Society
A celebration of the 40th anniversary of the British Hydrological Society brought together people from academia, consultancy and operational hydrology to reflect on the progress in hydrological research and practice, look forward to current and emerging initiatives and celebrate the increasing diversity in hydrology.
New research explores flash floods in northern England
New research explores ‘Abrupt Wave Front’ (also known as flash flood) events in northern England where river water levels rise very rapidly and are extremely hazardous to river users.
Supporting ‘Diversity in Science’ at the London Science Museum
This summer we supported the ‘Diversity in Science’ exhibition at the London Science Museum with the Environment Agency to raise awareness of the diversity of science and scientists in the environment sector.
Water risks brought to life in the classroom
Our wave tank, mini-flume and PARM were in action for the ‘Water Risks’ day at Ermysted’s Grammar School, supported by the University of Nottingham and North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service.
STEM Ambassadors explore sustainability
In partnership with the Transpennine STEM Ambassador Hub we’ve been supporting Carlton Keighley secondary school, providing young people with experience of STEM in relation to sustainability and climate change.
Blog: Talking to geography students about careers in water and environment
Melody Burgess visits her former college to talk to students about her journey from school into the environment and flood risk management sector.
