For peat's sake: conservation or exploitation?

Publication Type:

Journal Article

Source:

Biodiversity and Conservation, Kluwer Academic Publishers, Volume 2, Issue 5, p.556-566 (1993)

Call Number:

A93BAR01IDUS

Abstract:

Peatlands form a unique and irreplaceable part of our natural and cultural heritage and require effective conservation. Despite there being so few fragments of lowland bog remaining in Britain, internationally important peatlands are still being destroyed. The Peatland Consortium of ten voluntary conservation organizations has mounted a successful campaign to safeguard remaining lowland bogs. This initiative will continue until successful achievement of its objectives.