Chagos Science
In this section some of the more recent scientific work from the Chagos is presented and discussed.
GOVERNMENT BODIES AND AGENCIES
Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC)
JNCC has been working with the UK’s Overseas Territories for over 20 years. It provides technical assistance to support their biodiversity and wider environmental management strategies. It also provides scientific advice to the UK Government, which provides support to the Overseas Territories to manage their environment and enhance economic security and disaster resilience through a variety of policy initiatives and funding programmes.
For further details see - JNCC Overseas Territories.
THE PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT OF THE CHAGOS ISLANDS
Background information about the physical environment of the Chagos is available Physical Environment this contains information on:
Island Formation & Morphology
Tides and Sea Level
Seismic Activity
Vertical Land Movement
Erosion Overtopping and Flooding
Cyclones Storms & Wind/Wave Environment
Rainfall & Water Resources.
Page updated: 24 December 2024