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Resources
The IUCN UK Peatland Programme exists to promote peatland restoration in the UK and advocates the multiple benefits of peatlands through partnerships, strong science, sound policy and effective practice. The resources created by our partnership help us to do this and are freely available to use.
Bog Day resources
We and our partners have produced a range of resources for all ages, which aim to inspire and educate about the fascinating world of peatlands which can be used for Bog Day.
New resource available: Explaining the impact of peatland drainage
A new video explaining the impacts of draining peatland on carbon emissions, hydrology and peat structure is now available.
Natural Resources Wales announces new funding for peatland restoration
A new restoration fund, managed by Natural Resources Wales (NRW), was launched this week in an effort to help safeguard valuable peatlands.
New Year Honours for peatland specialist
Natural Resources Wales’ senior peatland specialist, Dr Peter Jones, has been awarded an MBE for services to Welsh peatlands and to the community in Wales.
Peat-free growing media - Promoting long-term growth and sustainable business
Peat as a growing medium ingredient is becomingly increasingly unacceptable and this has led in recent years to more and more use of peat-free growing media.
4th international conference on Renewable Resources from Wet and Rewetted Peatlands
The Greifswald Mire Centre warmly invites you to join the 4th international conference on the Utilisation of Wetland Plants "Renewable Resources from Wet and Rewetted Peatlands: Bridging…
Peatland Code
The Peatland Code is a voluntary standard for UK peatland projects wishing to market the climate benefit of restoration.
The Peatland Code provides assurance and clarity for business and other investors in peatland restoration projects through independent validation and verification. The Peatland Code works on the basis that during restoration, carbon savings are made through rapid emissions reductions.
The Peatland Code provides assurance and clarity for business and other investors in peatland restoration projects through independent validation and verification. The Peatland Code works on the basis that during restoration, carbon savings are made through rapid emissions reductions.
An update on the Peatland Code
The Peatland Code continues to grow rapidly with 79 projects now registered and 10,300 ha of expected peatland restoration.
Wales Peatland Action
The restoration aims for Wales Peatland Action is gathering further momentum as 1650 hectares of peatland are put on the road to restoration in first two years of the programme.
Communicating Peatland Restoration
Natural Resources Wales co-ordinates 12 days of public and stakeholder outreach at the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show and the National Eisteddfod.