Peatland vulnerability to energy-related developments from climate change policy in Ireland: the case of wind farms
Ireland enjoys a wet and windy climate which is highly suitable for both peatlands and wind farms. There are currently 73 wind farms in Ireland, 39 of which are located on upland peatland - the oldest one on an industrially extracted blanket bog. The national and local (county level) policy in relat...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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International Mire Conservation Group and International Peatland Society
2009-05-01
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| Series: | Mires and Peat |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mires-and-peat.net/map04/map_04_08.pdf |