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Peat Free is the Way to Go if Ireland is Serious about Tackling our Biodiversity and Climate Crisis

Press Release   Peat Free is the Way to Go if Ireland is Serious about Tackling our Biodiversity and Climate Crisis 6.12.21 In 2019 Ireland declared a Climate and Biodiversity Emergency and in July 2021 the President of Ireland signed … Continue reading

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IPCC Calls on Seanad Éireann to reject the proposed Horticultural (Temporary Measures) Bill 2021

PRESS RELEASE Irish Peatland Conservation Council Calls on Seanad Éireann to reject the proposed Horticultural (Temporary Measures) Bill 2021 26th November 2021 The Irish Peatland Conservation Council are today calling on Seanad Éireann to reject the proposed Horticultural (Temporary Measures) … Continue reading

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Heritage Week 2021 – Celebrate with the Irish Peatland Conservation Council

Press Release 9th August 2021       The Irish Peatland Conservation Council (IPCC) are delighted to announce that we will be joining the Heritage Week 2021 celebrations. This year, Heritage Week will be celebrated from the 14th-22nd of August … Continue reading

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International Bog Day 2021: Taking Action for Peatlands

Press Release  International Bog Day 2021: Taking Action for Peatlands 19th July 2021         On the 25th of July, the Irish Peatland Conservation Council (IPCC) are celebrating International Bog Day 2021 by hosting an event from 2-5pm, … Continue reading

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Celebrating the Unique & Diverse Peatland Biodiversity on National Biodiversity Week 2021

Press Release Celebrating the Unique & Diverse Biodiversity of Peatlands on National Biodiversity Week 2021 14.5.21  The Irish Peatland Conservation Council in partnership with the Irish Environmental Network are delighted to celebrate National Biodiversity Week 2021 with you – virtually.  … Continue reading

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Publication of Ireland’s new Peatlands and Climate Change Action Plan 2030 – Celebrating Earth Day 2021

Press Release Publication of Ireland’s new Peatlands and Climate Change Action Plan 2030 Celebrating Earth Day 2021 22nd April 2021       The Irish Peatland Conservation Council are celebrating this Earth Day, 22nd of April 2021, with the publication … Continue reading

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Lunchtime with the Irish Peatland Conservation Council

PRESS RELEASE 8th April 2021 Lunchtime with the Irish Peatland Conservation Council   Grab a sandwich, salad or bowl of soup and join the Irish Peatland Conservation Council for a series of short virtual talks at lunchtime. In 2021 the … Continue reading

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Giving a Voice for Peatlands within the Use of Peat in Horticulture Working Group

Press Release Giving a Voice for Peatlands within the Use of Peat in Horticulture Working Group  4th March 2021 The Irish Peatland Conservation Council have campaigned for an end to the use of peat in horticulture for over 35 years … Continue reading

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Hop To It This World Wetlands Day with IPCC

              Press Release Hop to It this World Wetlands Day with IPCC 26th January 2020 Celebrate this World Wetlands Day by taking part in the Irish Peatland Conservation Council’s fun frog quiz as the … Continue reading

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While The Horticultural Industry Talks about Change, Habitat and Wildlife Destruction Continues

Press Release While The Horticultural Industry Talks about Change, Habitat and Wildlife Destruction Continues Date: 18th September 2020 The Irish Peatland Conservation Council (IPCC) need to see an end to the use of peat within the horticultural industry. The practice … Continue reading

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