Author: Susann Warnecke
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Strategy for Responsible Peatland Management
The Strategy for Responsible Peatland Management was published as a joint stakeholder document in 2010. The document contains information...
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Peatlands, their location and their use
Peatlands can be found across all five continents, especially in the Northern hemisphere and in Southeast Asia. Many of...
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Presentations of the 16th International Peatland Congress
The 16th International Peatland Congress was held virtually, hosted by the Estonian National Committee of the IPS in May...
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Acting Secretary General appointed
The IPS Executive Board confirmed at their meeting on 23 February that all activities of the Society with members,...
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16th International Peatland Congress now fully virtual experience
Press release 22 February 2021 In light of on-going developments with COVID-19 and after thoughtful discussions, the IPC2021 organizing...
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Change of IPS Secretary General
As of 26 February, current Secretary General Gilbert Ludwig will head for new challenges. We warmly thank him for...
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Paint Your Peatland!
IPS Launches Art Competition for World Wetlands Day Raised bogs, fens, tropical peat swamp forest, cutover areas, birds, mosses,...
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Abandoned Peatlands
Walking in the Dublin Mountains as a student, I got talking to a postman. He waved his hand at...
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Welcome to the new IPS website!
We are glad you have found your way to the new IPS blog that will provide you with latest...