16/11/11

Hidden benefits of peatlands revealed by new Inquiry

The enormous importance of our peatlands for people and wildlife was revealed today with the publication of the findings of the IUCN UK Commission of Inquiry on Peatlands.

03/08/11

'Investing in Peatlands: Demonstrating Success' Symposium 2012

Joint British Ecological Society and IUCN UK Peatland Programme SymposiumBangor University, Wales 26 - 28 June 2012This international symposium will bring together experts from science, policy and practice to highlight and debate the importance of peatlands and peatland restoration from an ecological, social and economic perspective.

21/06/11

Inquiry generates urgent call for peatland action

An urgent international call for action on peatland protection and restoration has been made today (21 June 2011) following the release of findings at a landmark peatlands conference.  Delegates heard that a loss of only 5% of the carbon stored in UK peatlands would equate to the total annual UK greenhouse gas emissions.

20/06/11

'Investing in Peatlands - Delivering Multiple Benefits' Conference

We are pleased to announce that our annual 'Investing in Peatlands' conference will be held at the University of Stirling, 20-22 June 2011. This year the conference theme is 'Delivering Multiple Benefits'.

18/05/11

Peatland manifesto commitment of new Scottish Government welcome

The IUCN UK Peatland Programme welcomes the manifesto commitment of the newly elected Scottish Government to take action to protect and restore peatlands.

09/03/11

Restoring Welsh Blanket Bog: End of Project Conference

The conference (8-9 March 2011) marks the end of the hugely sucessful five-year LIFE Active blanket bog in Wales project.

25/02/11

RSPB call for a green tax on peat

RSPB present a case for a green levy on peat used in horticulture.