The IUCN UK Peatland Programme advocates the multiple benefits of peatlands through partnerships, strong science, sound policy and effective practice.
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New version of the Peatland Code launched
May 4, 2022
An update to the Peatland Code, including a separate guidance document, is now available.
*NEW* Peatland Code Officer vacancy - closing date 4th April, 2022
March 9, 2022
We are recruiting for a Peatland Code Officer to join the IUCN UK Peatland Programme team.
IUCN UK Peatland Programme Newsletter: Winter Edition 2022
February 24, 2022
Read the latest IUCN UK Peatland Programme newsletter.
Peat-free Horticulture – A reality and an opportunity
February 23, 2022
We have reached a key moment for bringing about a transition in the way we garden and supply materials for our gardens. The IUCN UK Peatland Programme's Clifton Bain discusses the future of peat-free horticulture.
Unlocking contractor capacity to lock up carbon in the Cairngorms
February 23, 2022
The Cairngorms National Park Authority’s (CNPA) Peatland ACTION Officers have facilitated over 2,140 hectares of peatland restoration since 2014, but these efforts need to be scaled up to address the nature and climate crisis and contribute to the Scottish Government net zero carbon emissions targets set for 2045.
Yorkshire Peat Partnership celebrates another successful year
February 23, 2022
As Yorkshire Peat Partnership (YPP) heads into the new restoration season, they take a moment to celebrate their achievements from the previous (2020-2021) season with their annual report.
Moors for the Future Partnership presents: Blanket bogs are worth protecting video series
February 23, 2022
Moors for the Future Partnership has developed five videos to help people understand the multiple benefits of healthy blanket bogs in the Peak District, South Pennines and beyond.
New version of the Peatland Code launchedAn update to the Peatland Code, including a separate guidance document, is now available.
IUCN UK Peatland Programme Newsletter: Winter Edition 2022Read the latest IUCN UK Peatland Programme newsletter.
Peat-free Horticulture – A reality and an opportunityWe have reached a key moment for bringing about a transition in the way we garden and supply…
An update on the Peatland CodeThe Peatland Code continues to grow rapidly with 79 projects now registered and 10,300 ha of…
Unlocking contractor capacity to lock up carbon in the CairngormsThe Cairngorms National Park Authority’s (CNPA) Peatland ACTION Officers have facilitated over 2,…
Moors for the Future Partnership presents: Blanket bogs are worth protecting video seriesMoors for the Future Partnership has developed five videos to help people understand the multiple…
Yorkshire Peat Partnership celebrates another successful yearAs Yorkshire Peat Partnership (YPP) heads into the new restoration season, they take a moment to…
World Wetlands Day 2022: 'The Peatlands of Britain and Ireland' launched as e-bookTo celebrate World Wetlands Day 2022, 'The Peatlands of Britain and Ireland' by the IUCN UK…
South West Peatland Partnership job vacanciesThe South West Peatland Partnership (Exeter, Devon) have 8 job vacancies available to support their…
Reflections from the UNFCCC COP26 Peatland PavilionThe first COP26 Peatland Pavilion stood out as one of only a handful of thematic pavilions and one…
'The Peatlands of Britain and Ireland' by Clifton BainThe IUCN UK Peatland Programme's Clifton Bain completes his trilogy with this look at the Peatlands…
Pennine PeatLIFE film by Land & Sky MediaAt the September IUCN UK Peatland Programme/LIFE conference film night, the North Pennines AONB…