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

This report informs on management and finance options to achieve emissions reduction 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. ... (CSA).

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