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Adoption of University of Cumbria PhD student’s carbon calculator brings national and international significance
February 18, 2025
This week University of Cumbria and Barker and Bland Ltd.’s innovative carbon calculator has been adopted by the International Union of Conservation and Nature UK Peatland Programme (IUCN UK PP) for use in the UK Peatland Code.
Embark on a voyage of discovery with the Virtual Peatlands Pavilion 2025 world tour
February 17, 2025
To raise awareness of the global distribution and importance of peatlands, the Virtual Peatlands Pavilion is joining international events throughout 2025, digitally showcasing the latest in peatland science, policy, art, practice and more.
CiVTech innovators leading drive for advances within Peatland and Woodland Carbon Codes
February 10, 2025
Bringing efficiences to the Peatland Code and Woodland Carbon Code is the focus for three organisations receiving joint backing from the IUCN UK Pe
Public Consultation for Biodiversity Quantification Methodology
January 17, 2025
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) Biodiversity Crediting project is now open.
Natural Resources Wales announces new funding for peatland restoration
December 20, 2024
A new restoration fund, managed by Natural Resources Wales (NRW), was launched this week in an effort to help safeguard valuable peatlands.
Reflecting on 2024: a busy year for peatlands
December 19, 2024
As the year draws to a close, the IUCN UK Peatland Programme looks back on 2024.
Help answer the question: Do investors undervalue the social impact of peatland projects in the UK when making investment decisions?
December 18, 2024
Business professionals at the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership are seeking research participants to undertake a short interview before the end of January 2025.
Adoption of University of Cumbria PhD student’s carbon calculator brings national and international significanceThis week University of Cumbria and Barker and Bland Ltd.’s innovative carbon calculator has been…
CiVTech innovators leading drive for advances within Peatland and Woodland Carbon CodesBringing efficiences to the Peatland Code and Woodland Carbon Code is the focus for three…
Embark on a voyage of discovery with the Virtual Peatlands Pavilion 2025 world tour To raise awareness of the global distribution and importance of peatlands, the Virtual Peatlands…
Public Consultation for Biodiversity Quantification MethodologyThe Woodland Carbon Code and Peatland Code are pleased to announce their public consultation…
Natural Resources Wales announces new funding for peatland restorationA new restoration fund, managed by Natural Resources Wales (NRW), was launched this week in an…
Reflecting on 2024: a busy year for peatlandsAs the year draws to a close, the IUCN UK Peatland Programme looks back on 2024.
Help answer the question: Do investors undervalue the social impact of peatland projects in the UK when making investment decisions?Business professionals at the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership are seeking…
Big Win for Cornwall’s Peatlands at Local Sustainability AwardsThe South West Peatland Partnership (SWPP) has been recognised at the 2024 Cornwall Sustainability…
Technical review of remote sensing for UK peatlandsThe IUCN UK Peatland Programme has commissioned a technical review of the potential and…
New species showcase - Atlantic salmonThe latest in our series of species showcases celebrates the Atlantic salmon and the role that…
New Virtual Peatland Pavilion launched for COP29To raise awareness of the global importance of peatlands during COP29, the latest pavilion has been…
Specially commissioned film celebrates 'The most important plant in the world'The IUCN UK Peatland Programme has commissioned the first in a series of short films, celebrating…