International Peatland Society

A unique network of peat and peatland experts. We focus on all aspects of peatlands in economy, environment and society. Members come from science, NGOs and business.

This is the IPS

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Constituted in 1968, in Québec, Canada. Today we are registered as non-profit NGO in Finland, supported by 16 national committees.

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Individual, institutional and corporate members dedicated to the responsible management and Wise Use of peatlands and peat.

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We serve as a forum to bring together experts from all fields of peat and peatland management, worldwide and equally.

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We organize events, publish peat and peatland knowledge, share data and provide facts and opinions for decision-making.

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Publications

Publications

Our Conferences and Related Events

IPS member webinar: Paludiculture 2 – Challenges in practical implementation of paludiculture in European Project Consortia

Greifswald & worldwide
12.05.2026
For Members

14:00 EEST 13:00 CEST Speaker: Andreas Haberl – Michael Succow Foundation, partner in the Greifswald Mire Centre Paludiculture is currently researched on European level within an EU Horizon programme in three projects, that were kicked off in February 2025….

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World Peatlands Day 2026

Jyväskylä & worldwide
02.06.2026
Open for all

World Peatlands Day is celebrated every year on 2 June to raise global awareness of peatlands and peat in all their aspects. Initiated by the International Peatland Society, the date marks the approval of the first IPS statutes and…

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IPS Annual Convention & Peatlands Gathering 2026: From Peatland Agriculture to Post-Industrial Opportunity – Exploring Agriculture, Peatlands & Renewable Energy Transitions

Tullamore, Ireland
07.06.2026
Open for all

Tullamore, Ireland 7 – 11 June 2026 Registration for the event is open, as well as the call for posters. We look forward to meeting you! In case you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact the Irish…

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