UK Commits £50 Million to Peatlands Restoration, Setting a Benchmark for the EU!

The UK Government and the European Union are focusing on peatland restoration.

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Peatlands play a crucial role in carbon storage and water management.

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The UK is investing over £50 million in peat restoration.

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87% of England's peatlands are currently degraded.

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Tony Juniper highlights peatlands as massive water filters.

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The EU emphasizes peatland restoration for climate action.

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Degraded peatlands release carbon instead of storing it.

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Peatlands are biodiversity hotspots, crucial for wildlife conservation.

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Healthy peatlands can boost local economies through tourism and sustainable farming.

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