The Objectives of IEEM

1. To advance the science and practice of ecology and environmental management for the public benefit in the United Kingdom and Internationally;
2. to further the conservation and enhancement of biodiversity and maintenance of ecological processes and life support systems essential to a fully functional biosphere;
3. to further environmentally sustainable management and development;
4. to promote and encourage education, training, study and research in the science and practice of ecology, environmental management and sustainable development; and
5. to establish, uphold and advance the standards of education, qualification, competence and conduct of those who practise ecology and environmental management as a profession and for the benefit of the public.