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Desmids of peatlands © Emma Goodyer
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Opportunity to contribute to the understanding of the constraints and opportunities for agricultural lowland peat
June 23, 2025
As part of the Paludiculture Exploration Fund, The National Institu
The Virtual Peatlands Pavilion Word Tour continues at Ramsar COP15
June 20, 2025
The next stop for the immersive digital library of peatland resources is Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, where international wetlands experts are coming together to discuss the future of these precious habitats.
Announcing Peat-Fest South-West 2025 – a celebration of our peatland connections
June 4, 2025
The Art and Energy Collective has been awarded a grant by The National Lottery Heritage Fund to work in partnership with peatland restoration and cultural organisations across the South-West region.
National Policy Statements public consultation
May 29, 2025
Opportunity to contribute to public consultation on National Policy Statements to support Clean Power Plan
Public consultation on heather and grass burning regulations in England
May 16, 2025
The IUCN UK Peatland Programme has responded to Defra’s proposal to protect a greater extent of peatlands in England from burning.
New Peat Map for England
May 15, 2025
This week Natural England published the much anticipated England Peat Map which highlights the extent of the restoration challenge which lies ahead.
Peatland motion headed to World Conservation Congress for consideration
April 25, 2025
The IUCN UK Peatland Programme-led motion to develop a unified definition of peatlands has successfully passed through its first stage, and is now headed to the World Conservation Congress for debate.