The IUCN UK Peatland Programme advocates the multiple benefits of peatlands through partnerships, strong science, sound policy and effective practice.
Desmids of peatlands © Emma Goodyer
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Latest News
ClimateXchange briefing
May 9, 2012
In response to enquiry from the Scottish Government, ClimateXchange has produced a briefing on potential reduction that could arise from from peatland restoration in Scotland.
Reformed British Ecological Society Peatland Special Interest Group
May 9, 2012
The British Ecological Society Peatland Special Interest Group has re-formed and their newsletter is now available to read
New SPICe Briefing on Peatlands and Climate Change
April 25, 2012
Scottish Parliament Information Centre (SPICe) briefing describes the ecosystems services provided by peatlands in Scotland, with particular emphasis on their importance for climate change mitigation.
IUCN UK PP featured on BBC Radio Four 'Costing the Earth' programme
March 28, 2012
Members of the IUCN UK PP are interviewed for the BBC Radio Four 'Costing the Earth' Programme.
Field Guide to Sphagnum mosses fold-out chart now available
February 22, 2012
Field Guide to Sphagnum mosses fold-out chart now available, produced in association with IUCN UK Peatland Programme, Field Studies Council, Moors For The Future and the Heather Trust.
Peatland Restoration publications from Natural England
February 8, 2012
Recent publications on peatland restoration from Natural England.
Hidden benefits of peatlands revealed by new Inquiry
November 16, 2011
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.
Conference 2024 tickets now on sale!Tickets for our 2024 conference in Aviemore, 17-19 September, are now on sale - join us to…
New species showcase - dunlinThe third of our showcases explores the importance of dunlin as an indicator species for peatland…
Peatland Code Public Consultation – Now OpenThe Peatland Code is committed to continuous improvement and would like to invite you to comment on…
Please give 10 minutes of your time to help answer the question: Is palaeoecological research utilised in UK peatland restoration projects? Can you complete a short survey on the extent to which palaeoecological research is utilised in UK…
Muirburn licencing made law in ScotlandScotland’s peatlands will benefit from increased protection due to a new law passed on 21st March…
Dorset peatland restorationThe Dorset Peat Partnership completed the first of their sixteen peatland restoration sites in…
Council leads the way with major peatland restoration project A three-year project to restore an area of peatland larger than 780 football pitches in Inverclyde…
Funding for Eyes on the Bog users Our Eyes on the Bog Fund aims to support existing Eyes on the Bog users to purchase new equipment,…
New report showcases successes in forest to bog restoration'Forest to Bog Restoration: Demonstrating Success', the fourth publication the series, highlights…
Don't miss our 'Measuring biodiversity: from principles to practice' webinar!Join the IUCN UK Peatland Programme for this free webinar as we explore traditional and…
Introducing our species showcasesThroughout 2024, we are celebrating peatland biodiversity through a series of monthly showcases…
Come and volunteer with us!We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Communications Volunteer who can help us with our…