International Peatland Society

A unique network of peat and peatland experts. We focus on all aspects of peatlands in economy, environment and society. Members come from science, NGOs and business.

This is the IPS

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Constituted in 1968, in Québec, Canada. Today we are registered as non-profit NGO in Finland, supported by 16 national committees.

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Individual, institutional and corporate members dedicated to the responsible management and Wise Use of peatlands and peat.

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We serve as a forum to bring together experts from all fields of peat and peatland management, worldwide and equally.

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We organize events, publish peat and peatland knowledge, share data and provide facts and opinions for decision-making.

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Publications

Publications

Our Conferences and Related Events

5th Finnish Peatland Day Seminar 2024

Helsinki, Finland
05.04.2024
Open for all

Helsinki, Tieteiden talo 5 April 2024 – new date! Mainly in Finnish  

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Executive Board workshop on funding and president positions

Helsinki, Finland
11.04.2024
For Members

Helsinki Airport, 11 April 2024 EB members only  

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DGMT Mires and Peat Excursion 2024

Zeven, Germany
19.04.2024
Open for all

Seminar und Exkursion zu Moor und Torf (in German) Fully booked! Zeven, Germany 19 – 20 April 2024  

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