The advancement of education for the public benefit and, in particular, the advancement of education in ecology, natural history, resource conservation, sustainable development and environmental studies;

The conservation, protection and sustainable use for the public benefit of the earth's natural environment including bio-diversity, atmosphere, water, land and natural resources;

The promotion of sustainable development for the benefit of the public by:

• the preservation, conservation, and the protection of the environment and the prudent use of natural resources;
  
• conducting or commissioning research and publishing the results of such research.
  
• "sustainable development" means improving the quality of life while living within the carrying capacity of supporting ecosystems and the natural environment.
  

Nothing in the articles shall authorise an application of the property of the charity for purposes which are not charitable in accordance with section 2 of the charities act (Northern Ireland) 2008.