Accreditation
Accreditation serves as a demonstration of Peatland Code's adherence to international standards and best practices.
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Peatland Code update - February 2021
To support the increased demand for carbon units from high profile investors, and to give the Peatland Code increased rigor we continue to work towards United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS)…
United Nations recognizes major Irish Peatland Restoration initiative
Dianna Kopansky of the United Nations Environment Programme has recognised the initiative led by Bord na Móna (Irish Peat Board) to restore damaged peatlands as part of an overall plan to restore…
Wild service tree
An inconspicuous tree for much of the year, the Wild service tree comes to life in spring, when it displays pretty, white blossom, and autumn, when its Maple-like leaves turn bright crimson.
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.
Peatland Code Key Documentation & Support
Details about additional support available for undertaking the Peatland Code process or selling carbon credits.
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.
Peatland Code Restoration
This page explains the processes of completing restoration of a Peatland Code site.
Peatland Code Public Consultation
The Peatland Code is committed to continuous improvement and would like to invite you to comment on the draft Peatland Code Version 2.1
Peatland benefits
The importance of peatlands comes from the remarkable and diverse ecosystem services they provide to society as well as their intrinsic value. Find out more about the benefits that they provide.
Using the Peatland Code
A guide to how to use the IUCN UK Peatland Programme's Peatland Code to restore your peatland using carbon credits.
Peatland Code Governance
The governance of the structure of the IUCN UK Peatland Programme's Peatland Code including how decisions are made.