The IUCN UK Peatland Programme is committed to continuous improvement and have established a Quality Management System, aligned with ISO 9001 and ISO 31000 standards, which provides a framework for measuring and improving the process and procedures for the Peatland Code.
The IUCN UK PP Quality Policy aims to:
i. Ensure that processes and procedure consider risk as defined by ISO31000 and use a risk-based thinking.
ii. Ensure the importance of effective quality management is communicated to the wider team.
iii. Create an environment of continuous improvement through regular annual audits, assessments and following best practice.
This Quality Policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure that it remains current and will be part of the quality document control and revision process.
Peatland Code Development:
Our ongoing commitment to developing a robust code for peatland restoration involves continuous refinement of the Peatland Code for a summary of changes made to the Peatland Code see our summary table here. The launch of Version 2 was a significant step forward and, to ensure transparency, we are actively engaging with relevant parties to ensure this remains fit for purpose. The Peatland Code as part of the quality review process will throughout the year gather stakeholder feedback via emails, project developer meetings, partnership site visits and events. The Peatland Code methodolgy is also reviewed by the TAB and should any methdology need to be amended or no longer used the Exective Board will make that decision on the recommendation of the TAB. Details on how information is shared can be viewed on our Information Sharing Policy.
The Peatland Code is Governed by a structured process, to ensure transparency, credibility, and effectiveness in its implementation. Any Peatland Code version updates, methodology changes or minor revisions, must be presented to the Technical Advisory Board (TAB) for discussion and presented to the Executive Board (EB) for final sign, off. For more information please see our Peatland Code Review Procedure.
Minor revision/clarifications to the Peatland Code
Alongside the main Peatland Code documents, you will now be able to download clarification guidance for updates between versions. These document are designed to address areas of the Peatland Code that may have subjectivity, providing project developers and validation/verification bodies with clearer guidance. It will also provide information on minor revisions to Version 2, which will eventually be incorporated into Version 2.1.
Peatland Code Version 2 Clarification Guidance:
September 2024 - Clarification Guidance V2
January 2024 - Clarification Guidance V1
