England’s peatlands mapped for first time – and around 80% are in dry and degraded states
England’s peatlands have been mapped for the first time showing the extent, depth and condition of our peatlands - the scientific first has been made possible by satellite imagery, AI and in-depth data analysis.
Scottish Water completes two pilot peatland restoration projects
Scottish Water has completed two pilot peatland restoration projects in the Uists - local crofters have praised the work for helping to open up new grazing lands and stabilising the moorland.
Government announces projects funding awards for projects to improve lowland peat soils
The government has announced the recipients of awards to improve lowland peat soils, including over £1.3 million to projects across the North.
Defra announces twelve new projects to receive £16 million to restore peatlands across England
The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs has announced twelve new projects which will receive £16 million to restore peatlands across England.
Sale of horticultural peat to be banned by 2024 to protect England’s peatlands
The Government has announced that the sale of peat for use in the amateur gardening sector will be banned by 2024 to protect peatlands and the natural environment.
Climate change: planet at risk of heading towards “Hothouse Earth” state
Scientists are warning that the planet is on the threshold of entering “Hothouse Earth” conditions with soaring temperatures and sea levels between 10 to 60 metres higher than today becoming the new reality.
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Börger UK relocates to larger premises as sales continue to grow
Börger UK, which has firmly established itself as a leading pump brand since it was set up in Staffordshire in 2004, has moved into bigger, brand-new premises in Shrewsbury. -
Register for HUBER Technology UK webinar on water intake screens for municipal and industrial applications
HUBER Technology UK & Ireland are inviting people to register for their March webinar where they will be providing information about HUBER water intake screens for municipal and industrial applications. -
Sulzer launches global Water Treatment Center of Excellence for integrated water solutions
Sulzer has launched a new global Center of Excellence (CoE) for Water Treatment Solutions - the CoE consolidates Sulzer’s wastewater treatment expertise in a unified and global manner. -
Pumps prove to be smooth operators for Anglian Water
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