Peatland restoration in the UK
£5.50/m2
The impact you will be making
Since March 2025 there have been 30+ moorland fires in the Peak District and South Pennines. This project plants sphagnum moss to restore peatland, capture carbon and enhance biodiversity.
Planting sphagnum moss plugs will:
- Combat biodiversity decline
- Support healthy blanket bogs
- Slow water runoff and erosion
- Increase wildfire resilience
- Enhance long-term carbon storage
Locations
United Kingdom
Solution types
Peatlands
Typical activities
Sphagnum moss planting
Blanket bog restoration
Why support peatland restoration?
Peatlands are one of the planet's most important ecosystems, playing a crucial role in carbon storage. Although they cover just 3% of the Earth's land surface, these carbon-dense wetlands hold a significant share of the world's soil carbon. Though peatlands make up around 12% of the UK's land area, it's estimated that around 80% are currently degraded or in decline, limiting their ability to function as effective carbon sinks and vital habitats.
Protects and enhances carbon sinks
Supports biodiversity
Contributes towards the UN's SDGs