New short animation explores the extraordinary story of peat and carbon
This short animation explores the extraordinary quantities of carbon locked up on millennial timescales within peatland ecosystems.
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Public consultations
Public consultations run by IUCN UK Peatland Programme can be found here.
Garden spider
Have you ever stopped to look at the shape of a spider web? Garden spiders spin a spiral shaped web, perfect for catching lots of juicy prey!
IHS Markit to Launch Global Carbon Credit Meta-Registry
ISH Markit launch the first global meta-registry aimed at providing transparency and efficient tracking, accounting and trade lifecycle management of carbon credits.
The Sixth Carbon Budget report is published today
The Sixth Carbon Budget report by the Climate Change Committee, required under the Climate Change Act is published today.
Wolf spider
The wolf spider can be found in a wide range of habitats, including the garden. It hunts down its prey, leaping on it just like a wolf. Spiders are beneficial neighbours, helping to manage garden…
Peak District study reveals depths of carbon stored in threatened landscapes
With the UN Climate Conference (CoP26) being held in Glasgow in under one month's time, a new study has found that 9 million tonnes of carbon are locked up in just 8,267 hectares of peatlands…
Cucumber spider
There are several species of cucumber spider, recognised by their bright green abdomen.
Public Consultation for Biodiversity Quantification Methodology
The Woodland Carbon Code and Peatland Code are pleased to announce their public consultation inviting views on the outcomes of the Facility for Investment Ready Nature in Scotland (FIRNS)…
Water spider
There are several species of spider that live in our wetlands, but the water spider is the only one that spends its life under the water. In its pond habitats, it looks silvery because of the air…
Cellar spider
You've probably spotted this long-legged spider hiding in the corner of a house or building.
Flower crab spider
The flower crab spider is one of 27 species of crab spider. The flower crab spider can alter the colour of its body to match its surroundings and to hide from prey. It is not as common as other…