The role of peatlands in the UK's Green Recovery
A ‘Green recovery’ – that puts environmental health at its heart – would tackle climate change and turn the tide on biodiversity loss.
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New £3 million fund for peatland restoration in Northern Ireland
Applications for the new £3million Peatland Challenge Fund to help protect Northern Ireland's peatlands closes on 19 June.
Nature’s recovery can create 7,000 new jobs in Scotland
New research from leading Scottish environment charities shows that backing their plan for nature’s recovery could create up to 7,000 new jobs, contributing to Scotland’s economic recovery from…
My recovery
After undergoing brain surgery, Simone suffered from severe headaches and was worried that she would find volunteering with Durham Wildlife Trust too strenuous; in fact, she has found that the…
Peatland ACTION Fund Now Open for peatland restoration projects in Scotland
The Scottish Government announces Peatland ACTION funding for 2022 - 2023 is now open for applications.
My recovery plan
Michelle was diagnosed with breast cancer in the summer of 2014. After undergoing a life-saving operation and an intensive chemotherapy course, she is on the road to recovery.
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Burning on Blanket Bogs - Part 2: Recovery pathways video now available
Watch part two of the Burning on blanket bog recovery pathways, produced by Richard Lindsay.
CivTech challenge invites ideas for Peatland Code and Woodland Carbon Code
Ideas are being invited for the CivTech programme, including a call for ideas to help the Peatland Code and Woodland Carbon Code.
WaterLANDS: New European Green Deal project launched to lead largescale restoration of European wetlands
An ambitious project has been launched to tackle largescale restoration of Europe’s wetlands, with €23 million of funding from the EU Horizon 2020 Programme Green Deal.
Green sea urchin
This small, round sea urchin is (unsurprisingly!) green in colour and can be found on rocky shores around the UK.
Dark green fritillary
The dark green fritillary is actually an orange butterfly with black spots. It gets its name from the dark green hue to the undersides of its hindwings. A strong flier, it can be seen on open,…
Green hairstreak
The green hairstreak is the UK's only green butterfly. Look out for the vibrant, metallic sheen of the undersides of its wings on grassland and moorland, and along woodland rides.