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.

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.

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.

25/02/11

RSPB call for a green tax on peat

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

15/12/10

Scottish Government publishes discussion paper on carbon-rich soils

The Scottish Government yesterday (14 December) published a discussion paper setting out its position on peat and other carbon-rich soils.

11/12/10

Cancun Agrees: Peatlands help tackle climate change

The climate change talks at Cancun have recognised that carbon savings from peatland restoration should be included alongside forestry planting in helping meet emissions reduction targets

02/12/10

Cancun climate talks propose new peatland emission rules

Climate talks in Cancun could see the agreement of new rules that allow the formal inclusion of carbon emissions from peatlands in national greenhouse gas reduction figures.