Families
Environment Agency and the London Science Museum
We had a fantastic time at the London Science Museum this August hosting our 'Food and the Environment' exhibition. It was great to see so many young people and families engaged in our activities. If you missed us, don't worry you can still get involved by downloading our games or exploring the activity areas below.
Get a flavour of our exhibits by watching our video introductions.
Explore the connection between food and the environment
Discover how the food we eat is deeply connected to the world around us - from the soil beneath our feet to the air we breathe. This interactive experience brings the science behind sustainable food to life through games, displays, and conversations with real environmental experts.
🧑🌾 Healthy soil, healthy planet
Dig into the incredible role of soil in growing our food and supporting nature. Learn why protecting this hidden hero is key to a sustainable future.
💧 Protecting our water
Explore why clean water matters, how it’s under threat, and the simple actions we can all take to protect this precious resource.
🌍 Food and climate change
Understand how what’s on your plate connects to climate change—and discover everyday choices that make a difference.
🐝 Wildlife, air and ecosystems
See how food production affects air quality and wildlife, and how the Environment Agency is working to protect natural systems.
👷♀️ Meet the people behind the mission
Learn about the many roles at the Environment Agency that help safeguard food and the environment—from scientists to field workers.
🙋 Get Involved
Explore ways to stay connected and take action in your own community:
- Download our Environmental Bingo game
- Discover citizen science projects you can get involved in by heading to the activity areas, or find out more about how we are working with Citizen Science projects
- Find out how to live more sustainably
- Sign up for updates by creating an Engagement HQ account and following this page
Your environment, your career
It’s our job to look after your environment and create better places for people and wildlife.
Do you have a passion to make it your job too? The Environment Agency has exciting opportunities for you to do just that! Not sure where to start?
Work experience
We have teamed up with Springpod to offer a free and accessible online work experience programme, giving young people aged 13+ a chance to explore careers in flood and coastal management at the Environment Agency.
Find out more and sign up on our Springpod page.
Dive into our activities
Have you buried your pants?
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Have you every wondered what would happen to your 100% cotton underpants if you buried them in your garden? What can we learn from burying our undies? Come to the London Science Museum this August and find out!
