The International Network of Environmental Forensics (INEF) was founded in 2008 to provide a forum for scientists, environmental consultants, regulators and lawyers to share information regarding the use of environmental forensics. Environmental forensics is comprised of three key elements:
  • Characterization of chemicals released to the environment
  • Identification of timing and historical context of chemical release
  • Determination of responsibility for chemical release

​INEF is a non-profit interest group within the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC). To learn more about the RSC and become a member, visit www.rsc.org.

Latest News

The proceedings from INEF 2016 is now being made available as a special issue in the Journal of Environmental Protection, Volume 6 Number 8. All manuscripts can be found here
INEF 2017 in China was a great success, all presenting delegates are invited to submit articles for the proceedings.
For more information see www.rsc-inef.net/publications.html
or contact David Megson (d.megson@mmu.ac.uk) or Gwen O'Sullivan (gosullivan@mtroyal.ca)

Our Mission

The International Network of Environmental Forensics (INEF) is a non-profit interest group committed to providing a forum for scientists, environmental consultants, regulators and attorneys to share ideas and research regarding the use of environmental forensics. The Network supports the scientific advancement of environmental forensic techniques to identify the source, age, and timing of contaminant release to the environment. INEF promotes an accessible and inclusive scientific community by supporting young scientists and open access scientific journals.

​INEF Committee