The object of NERI's work is to develop and disseminate knowledge on the structures, processes and linkages of significance for the use and protection of Denmark's environment and natural resources.

Research

NERI undertakes both applied research and development work directed at alleviating specific environmental problems as well as long-term strategic research. The research supports NERI's scientific consultancy and monitoring activities.

Monitoring

NERI undertakes monitoring in order to evaluate the effect of policy measures and to provide an overview of developments in order to facilitate the early identification of environmental problems. NERI cooperates internationally in the field of environmental data.

Consultancy

NERI serves as scientific advisor to the Danish Ministry of the Environment and Ministry of Climate and Energy, the Mineral Resources Administration for Greenland as well as other public authorities, private organisations and enterprises. Advisory services are provided in the form of analyses, evaluations and replies to enquiries, as well as through the participation of NERI staff in various commissions and committees.

Researcher training

NERI contributes to training researchers as well as to further education within NERI’s competence areas. This takes place via training and supervision of PhD students and students engaged in dissertation preparation, research professorships, external lectureships, courses, etc.

Dissemination of information

NERI disseminates knowledge and findings through various channels, primarily NERI's website. Research results are communicated via scientific papers in international journals. Monitoring results and consultancy reports are published in scientific reports as well as via databanks. Additionally, NERI contributes to popular scientific articles and reports in the mass media. NERI publishes an electronic newsletter in Danish, 'DMUNyt'. Furthermore, NERI disseminates knowledge through participation in meetings and symposia.