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

Peatlands provide many important ecosystem services, including water regulation, biodiversity conservation and carbon sequestration and storage. This report informs on management and finance options to achieve emissions reductions and enhance other vital ecosystem services from peatlands.

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