GLF Peatlands 2024: The Global Peatlands Assessment - Mapping, Policy, and Action

This is a side event at the Global Landscapes Forum Peatlands conference 2024 ("The Climate Solution We Forgot") hosted by the Global Peatlands Initiative (GPI).

It will provide an overview of the Global Peatlands Assessment (GPA), the most comprehensive assessment of peatlands to date. It will explore the global distribution of peatlands, showcasing the Global Peatland Map and other hotspot maps to discuss mapping methodologies and identify existing gaps. Key challenges for decision-makers will be highlighted, along with policy and governance recommendations. Additionally, we will delve into peatland action and stakeholder engagement strategies, emphasizing the vital role of the private sector and the civil society for the effective conservation, restoration, and sustainable management of peatlands. Key activities and partnerships will also be outlined for future planning and action.