peatlands Archives - Global Landscapes Forum https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/tag/peatlands/ Connect, learn and share Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:16:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/www.globallandscapesforum.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/logo_glf.png?fit=32%2C30&ssl=1 peatlands Archives - Global Landscapes Forum https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/tag/peatlands/ 32 32 137966364 2024 the “Year of Climate Dialogue in Ukraine” https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/video/2024-the-year-of-climate-dialogue-ukraine/ Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:15:18 +0000 https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/?post_type=video&p=66502 About GLF Peatlands 2024   Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions. Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors. The Global Landscapes Forum […]

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About GLF Peatlands 2024

 

Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions.

Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors.

The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) Peatlands 2024 Hybrid Conference brought together global stakeholders to address gaps in peatland science, policy, and practice. Held alongside the UNFCCC Bonn Climate Change Conference, it explored peatlands’ roles in carbon storage, biodiversity, and water regulation.

 

Protecting peatlands in Ukraine

 

Ukraine has roughly 1 million hectares of total peatland area, yet the regions of Volyn and Chernihiv are deemed inaccessible due to military actions from the 2022 occupation. Yet, even before the invasion, Ukrainian communities suffered from the annual burning of peatlands and the disappearance of groundwater in the landscapes, the result of the drainage of wetlands during Soviet times. Roman Shakhmatenko, team lead, UNDP Ukraine Energy and Environment Portfolio, speaks on the role of peatlands in the country and national measures to protect these areas.

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]]> 66502 Why peatlands are forgotten and what needs to be remembered https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/video/why-peatlands-are-forgotten-and-what-needs-to-be-remembered/ Wed, 19 Jun 2024 11:19:52 +0000 https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/?post_type=video&p=65349 About GLF Peatlands 2024   Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions. Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors. The Global Landscapes Forum […]

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About GLF Peatlands 2024

 

Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions.

Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors.

The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) Peatlands 2024 Hybrid Conference brought together global stakeholders to address gaps in peatland science, policy, and practice. Held alongside the UNFCCC Bonn Climate Change Conference, it explored peatlands’ roles in carbon storage, biodiversity, and water regulation.

 

Closing Presentation by Daniel Murdiyarso

 

Join Daniel Murdiyarso, Principal Scientist at CIFOR-ICRAF, as he explores the overlooked importance of peatlands and the crucial reasons why they must be brought to the forefront of global conservation efforts.

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]]> 65349 GLF Peatlands World Tour 🌍 | Latin America https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/video/glf-peatlands-world-tour-lac/ Wed, 19 Jun 2024 10:19:45 +0000 https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/?post_type=video&p=65343 About GLF Peatlands 2024   Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions. Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors. The Global Landscapes Forum […]

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About GLF Peatlands 2024

 

Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions.

Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors.

The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) Peatlands 2024 Hybrid Conference brought together global stakeholders to address gaps in peatland science, policy, and practice. Held alongside the UNFCCC Bonn Climate Change Conference, it explored peatlands’ roles in carbon storage, biodiversity, and water regulation.

 

Meet the champions restoring peatlands

 

Join us for a thrilling virtual expedition on the GLF Peatlands World Tour. Travel across Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America & the Caribbean, exploring the rich ecosystems of peatlands. Meet passionate stewards and uncover the secrets of these vital landscapes. Together, let’s champion the preservation of peatlands – the forgotten climate solution! Meet our esteemed speakers:

  • David from Paramo el Almozadero, Colombia
  • Susan from Lima, Peru

 

Learn more about the GLF Restoration Stewards Program 🌱

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]]> 65343 GLF Peatlands World Tour 🌍 | Europe https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/video/glf-peatlands-world-tour-europe/ Wed, 19 Jun 2024 10:14:30 +0000 https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/?post_type=video&p=65339 About GLF Peatlands 2024   Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions. Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors. The Global Landscapes Forum […]

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About GLF Peatlands 2024

 

Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions.

Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors.

The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) Peatlands 2024 Hybrid Conference brought together global stakeholders to address gaps in peatland science, policy, and practice. Held alongside the UNFCCC Bonn Climate Change Conference, it explored peatlands’ roles in carbon storage, biodiversity, and water regulation.

 

Meet the champions restoring peatlands

 

Join us for a thrilling virtual expedition on the GLF Peatlands World Tour. Travel across Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America & the Caribbean, exploring the rich ecosystems of peatlands. Meet passionate stewards and uncover the secrets of these vital landscapes. Together, let’s champion the preservation of peatlands – the forgotten climate solution! Meet our esteemed speakers:

  • Frankie from Wageningen, Netherlands
  • Jamie from Oxford, UK

 

Learn more about the GLF Restoration Stewards Program 🌱

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]]> 65339 GLF Peatlands World Tour 🌍 | Africa https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/video/glf-peatlands-world-tour-africa/ Wed, 19 Jun 2024 10:12:00 +0000 https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/?post_type=video&p=65337 About GLF Peatlands 2024   Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions. Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors. The Global Landscapes Forum […]

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About GLF Peatlands 2024

 

Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions.

Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors.

The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) Peatlands 2024 Hybrid Conference brought together global stakeholders to address gaps in peatland science, policy, and practice. Held alongside the UNFCCC Bonn Climate Change Conference, it explored peatlands’ roles in carbon storage, biodiversity, and water regulation.

 

Meet the champions restoring peatlands

 

Join us for a thrilling virtual expedition on the GLF Peatlands World Tour. Travel across Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America & the Caribbean, exploring the rich ecosystems of peatlands. Meet passionate stewards and uncover the secrets of these vital landscapes. Together, let’s champion the preservation of peatlands – the forgotten climate solution! Meet our esteemed speakers:

  • Melyn from Nairobi, Kenya
  • Muhammed from Banjul, Gambia

 

Learn more about the GLF Restoration Stewards Program 🌱

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]]> 65337 GLF Peatlands World Tour 🌍 | Asia https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/video/glf-peatlands-world-tour-asia/ Wed, 19 Jun 2024 10:06:04 +0000 https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/?post_type=video&p=65335 About GLF Peatlands 2024   Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions. Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors. The Global Landscapes Forum […]

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About GLF Peatlands 2024

 

Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions.

Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors.

The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) Peatlands 2024 Hybrid Conference brought together global stakeholders to address gaps in peatland science, policy, and practice. Held alongside the UNFCCC Bonn Climate Change Conference, it explored peatlands’ roles in carbon storage, biodiversity, and water regulation.

 

Meet the champions restoring peatlands

 

Join us for a thrilling virtual expedition on the GLF Peatlands World Tour. Travel across Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America & the Caribbean, exploring the rich ecosystems of peatlands. Meet passionate stewards and uncover the secrets of these vital landscapes. Together, let’s champion the preservation of peatlands – the forgotten climate solution! Meet our esteemed speakers:

  • Emmanuela Shinta from Kalimantan, Indonesia (Tangkiling, Palangkaraya, and Talekoi in South Barito Regency)
  • Pimple Barua from Chittagong, Bangladesh

 

Learn more about the GLF Restoration Stewards Program 🌱

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]]> 65335 GLF Peatlands World Tour 🌍 | Jochen Flashbarth Keynote https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/video/glf-peatlands-world-tour-jochen-flashbarth-keynote/ Wed, 19 Jun 2024 09:58:11 +0000 https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/?post_type=video&p=65332   About GLF Peatlands 2024   Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions. Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors. The Global Landscapes […]

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About GLF Peatlands 2024

 

Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions.

Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors.

The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) Peatlands 2024 Hybrid Conference brought together global stakeholders to address gaps in peatland science, policy, and practice. Held alongside the UNFCCC Bonn Climate Change Conference, it explored peatlands’ roles in carbon storage, biodiversity, and water regulation.

 

A Virtual Expedition Across Continents

 

Join us for a thrilling virtual expedition on the GLF Peatlands World Tour. Travel across Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America & the Caribbean, exploring the rich ecosystems of peatlands. Meet passionate stewards and uncover the secrets of these vital landscapes. Together, let’s champion the preservation of peatlands – the forgotten climate solution!

Join Jochen Flasbarth, State Secretary at the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety, Germany, as he delivers the opening words to set the stage for our event.

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]]> 65332 Landscape of the Peat: Inclusive Management Solutions https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/video/landscape-of-the-peat-inclusive-management-solutions/ Mon, 17 Jun 2024 22:27:20 +0000 https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/?post_type=video&p=65323 About GLF Peatlands 2024   Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions. Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors. The Global Landscapes Forum […]

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About GLF Peatlands 2024

 

Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions.

Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors.

The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) Peatlands 2024 Hybrid Conference brought together global stakeholders to address gaps in peatland science, policy, and practice. Held alongside the UNFCCC Bonn Climate Change Conference, it explored peatlands’ roles in carbon storage, biodiversity, and water regulation.

 

Global Significance and Challenges of Peatland Management

 

This plenary session explored the multifaceted significance of peatlands, examining their diverse meanings across sectors and scales. It addressed the complex challenges of peatland management, emphasizing constructive dialogue and deliberative governance. Global perspectives highlighted the imperative of peatland conservation amid transboundary impacts, calling for inclusive management models. The session also tackled financing challenges associated with peatland restoration and sustainable alternatives.

 

Speakers

 

Moderator: Juan Pablo Sarmiento Barletti, CIFOR-ICRAF.

Speakers: Daniel Murdiyarso, Principal Scientist at CIFOR-ICRAF; Berioska Quispe, General Director of Climate Change and Desertification at the Ministry of Environment, Peru; Heike Henn, Director for Climate, Energy and Environment at BMZ; Franziska Tanneberger, Director of the Greifswald Mire Centre; Vera Songwe, Chair and Founder of the Liquidity and Sustainability Facility; Bethany Copsey, Member of RE-PEAT; and Eka Cahyaningrum, Founder of Himba Raya Indonesia (HIRAI).

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]]> 65323 The Global Peatlands Assessment: Mapping, Policy, and Action https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/video/global-peatlands-assessment-mapping-policy-and-action/ Mon, 17 Jun 2024 22:13:58 +0000 https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/?post_type=video&p=65321 About GLF Peatlands 2024   Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions. Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors. The Global Landscapes Forum […]

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About GLF Peatlands 2024

 

Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions.

Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors.

The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) Peatlands 2024 Hybrid Conference brought together global stakeholders to address gaps in peatland science, policy, and practice. Held alongside the UNFCCC Bonn Climate Change Conference, it explored peatlands’ roles in carbon storage, biodiversity, and water regulation.

 

Exploring Global Peatlands: Mapping, Challenges, and Strategic Actions

 

This session provided an overview of the Global Peatlands Assessment (GPA), the most comprehensive assessment of peatlands to date. It explored the global distribution of peatlands, showcasing the Global Peatland Map and other hotspot maps to discuss mapping methodologies and identify existing gaps. Key challenges for decision-makers were highlighted, along with policy and governance recommendations. Additionally, peatland action and stakeholder engagement strategies were explored, emphasizing the vital role of the private sector and civil society in effective conservation, restoration, and sustainable management. Key activities and partnerships were outlined for future planning and action.

 

Speakers

 

Fabrice Inkonkoy, Global Peatlands Initiative Coordinator, UNEP; Patrick Scheel, Research Specialist, Global Peatlands Initiative, UNEP; Kristell Hergoualc’h, Senior Scientist, CIFOR-ICRAF; Alexandra Barthelmes, Senior Researcher, Greifswald Mire Centre; Rosie Everett, Associate Researcher, Scotland’s Rural College; Jan Peters, Managing Director, Michael Succow Foundation.

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]]> 65321 360 Degree Approach to Improving Capacity of Multiple Stakeholders to Manage Peatland Sustainably: Lessons learned from Indonesia https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/video/manage-peatland-sustainably-lessons-learned-from-indonesia/ Mon, 17 Jun 2024 21:58:50 +0000 https://www.globallandscapesforum.org/?post_type=video&p=65317   About GLF Peatlands 2024   Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions. Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors. The Global Landscapes […]

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About GLF Peatlands 2024

 

Peatlands cover 3-4% of Earth’s land but store a third of global soil carbon. Despite their importance, 12% are degraded, contributing 4% of human-induced emissions.

Degradation, driven by agriculture and forestry, causes environmental and social issues like fires and economic damage. Managing peatlands effectively requires collaboration across sectors.

The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF) Peatlands 2024 Hybrid Conference brought together global stakeholders to address gaps in peatland science, policy, and practice. Held alongside the UNFCCC Bonn Climate Change Conference, it explored peatlands’ roles in carbon storage, biodiversity, and water regulation.

 

Indonesia’s Peat-IMPACTS Project

 

Discover insights from Indonesia’s Peat IMPACTS project, aiming to enhance sustainable peatland management. Addressing challenges through governance strengthening, sustainable supply chains, and climate governance, Peat IMPACTS aligns with Indonesia’s NDC goals. This session highlights project outcomes and synergies with Ministry of Environment and Forestry (MoEF) Indonesia and the International Tropical Peatland Center (ITPC).

 

Speakers

 

Dr. Sonya Dewi, Principal Investigator of Peat IMPACTS; Feri Johana, Project Coordinator; Regina Ariyati and Ir. H Adi Yani from provincial governments; and Dr. Agus Justianto, Director of Sustainable Forest Management in Indonesia.

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