New films and case studies from NatureScot Peatland ACTION
NatureScot Peatland ACTION team has recently released a suite of films and case studies highlighting the value of peatland restoration, and how Peatland ACTION can help.
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Record breaking Spring temperatures exacerbate wildfire outbreaks across the UK
The wildfire problem has hit the headlines again with record breaking Spring temperatures accompanied by several serious outbreaks including peatland at the National Trust’s Marsden Moor.
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…
Registering a project
Details on registering a project with the Peatland Code.
Mapping the contribution of phototrophic microbes to the global carbon cycle of peatlands
Database of phototrophic microbes in northern peatlands being built by group of peatland scientists to gain new insight into the diversity, abundance, biomass, and productivity of these tiny…
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.
Peatland & Trees position statement released
The IUCN UK Peatland Programme have released a position statement and recommendations on Trees on Peatlands in the UK.
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.
Roach
The silvery roach can be seen gathering in large shoals in lowland ponds, lakes and slow-flowing rivers. It is a member of the carp family and looks very similar to the dace, chub and rudd.
Peatland Code Key Documentation & Support
Details about additional support available for undertaking the Peatland Code process or selling 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.
Eyes on the Bog monitoring at the Water Works project
A new set of monitoring equipment has been installed at the Water Works project site in East Anglia, by our Eyes on the Bog Champion, Jack Clough of the University of East London.