From drainage to restoration: A new chapter for Estonia’s wetlands
Photo: State Forrest Management Centre
Case study | 28 May 2024
Mires are wetlands characterised by a thick layer of continuously accumulating peat. These vital ecosystems help to maintain biodiversity, sequester carbon, and regulate water levels across the landscape.
In Estonia, drained peatlands are a major source of greenhouse gas emissions and thus exacerbate climate change. Our case study highlights the success of a project aimed at restoring the water regime of a mire ecosystem, leading to a remarkable growth in vegetation and the recovery of multiple species.
For more inspiring case studies, visit our Supporting biodiversity page.
Theme: wetlands | biodiversity | mires | nature restoration | EU funds
Location: Estonia
Project: EU funds and biodiversity
Tags: EU funds | biodiversity | nature restoration
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