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Bog Day
Bog Day celebrates bogs, fens, swamps and marshes worldwide on the fourth Sunday in July to raise awareness of peatlands, their benefits, threats and protection.
What You’ll Learn
Understand the roles of peatlands in carbon sequestration and Scope 3 emissions; explore nature-based solutions for flood and drought resilience; learn sustainable land management practices for compliance with UK peat restoration targets like the England Peat Action Plan.
Who Should Attend
Sustainability managers, landowners, farmers in peat areas, policymakers, and environmental consultants focused on biodiversity and net zero.
About the Event
Bog Day is an annual global event held on the fourth Sunday in July, dedicated to celebrating bogs, fens, swamps and marshes. It raises awareness about peatlands – their role in carbon storage, biodiversity support, water regulation and climate mitigation, as well as the threats they face from degradation and the ways to protect and restore them. Managed by the IUCN UK Peatland Programme, the event features local activities such as guided walks, workshops, exhibitions and talks across regions, including the UK and Ireland. Participants can engage through community events, volunteering, social media campaigns using #BogDay, and resources from partner projects. Peatlands cover significant land areas, storing vast soil carbon and providing ecosystem services like flood protection and clean water, though many are damaged. Restoration efforts aim to enhance environmental health and resilience.
Event Details
Organiser: IUCN UK Peatland Programme
Organiser website:
https://www.iucn-uk-peatlandprogramme.org
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