Peatlands – guidance for climate change mitigation by conservation, rehabilitation and sustainable use

This publication informs on management and finance options to achieve emissions reductions and enhance other vital ecosystem services from peatlands. A decision support tree guides through opportunities for both cultivated and uncultivated peatlands. Methodologies and data available for quantifying GHG emissions from peatlands and organic soils are summarized and practical solutions are given concerning measuring, reporting and verification (MRV) and accounting. Country-specific case studies illustrate the problems, solutions and opportunities of peatland management.

This report is a good handbook for policy makers, technical audiences and others interested in peatlands. The authors of the report welcome any feedback or input to this report and hope that the information provided may support efforts to make a meaningful contribution to combat climate change through conservation, rehabilitation and sustainable use of peatland.