Major peatland restoration project announced for Northern Ireland
RSPB Northern Ireland has announced a significant new peatland restoration initiative, delivered in partnership with NI Water and supported by the Northern Ireland Environment Agency’s (NIEA) Peatland Challenge Fund — part of the Shared Island Initiative Peatland Programme (SIIPP).
Peatlands cover around 12% of Northern Ireland’s landscape and are critical to the region’s ecosystem. These unique habitats act as natural water reservoirs, help mitigate flood risks, and serve as filters that enhance water quality by removing pollutants. Despite their environmental importance, peatlands have faced degradation due to land-use changes and climate pressures.
As part of the partnership, NI Water has already restored 28 hectares of peatland in the Lough Bradan drinking water catchment area.
This project will allow collaboration, which is a key element in the preservation and restoration of peatlands.
Read more about the collaboration here.
