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Title: Peatlands and climate change reports, events and materials
Date: 15-Jul-2021
Category: Bulletin/Newsletter
Source/Author: Global Environment Centre
Description: As the world is switching into virtual, bigger range of knowledge and information are available online allowing access to a wider range of audience. Get updates on events to join, materials to access and updates on peatlands, climate change and palm oil.

 


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WEATHER REPORTS

Review of Regional Haze Situation in ASEAN Region for June 2021

In June 2021, Southwest Monsoon condition sets in over the ASEAN region. Increased shower activities and low hotspot count were observed over the northern ASEAN region. 

On the other hand, dry conditions with less rainfall were observed in the Southern ASEAN region. Slight increase in hotspot activity was observed over Sumatera but no significant haze detected.

Based on the surveillance by the NOAA-20, 1,023 hotspots with high confidence level were detected in ASEAN region in June 2021. Eighty-two percent or 839 of the hotspots were detected in the northern ASEAN region. The hotspot count was higher than the previous years in the same review period. La Niña conditions are in neutral condition. 
 
More On Regional Haze Situation

La Nina Climate Cycle Over: UN

The UN's World Meteorological Organization said that La Nina phenomenon which has a temporary global cooling effect ended in May. Warmer temperature would follow in the northern hemisphere.
More On The Prediction


CLIMATE CHANGE REPORTS AND STUDY FINDINGS

UN draft climate report: Impacts on nature

The draft report warns of the planet’s dire situation in facing climate change. The planet’s adaptability is at the brink and recovery of ecosystems, food webs and biodiversity will take millions of years. 
More From The Report

Crushing climate impacts to hit sooner than feared: Draft UN report

The draft report warns of species extinction, more widespread disease, unliveable heat, ecosystem collapse, cities menaced by rising seas - these and other devastating climate impacts are accelerating and bound to become painfully obvious before a child born today turns 30.
More On The Report

Study: Amazon hydropower plant contributes significant greenhouse emissions

Climate researcher, Dailson Bertassoli and his team studied methane and carbon dioxide emissions during Belo Monte hydropower plant’s first two years of operation. They found that the level of greenhouse gas emission increased threefold after being filled.
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Carbon dioxide in the air at highest level since measurements began

Despite the Covid-19 pandemic lockdown, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) revealed its weather station in Hawaii recorded the highest atmospheric carbon level since measurement began 63 years ago. 
More On The New Record

UN climate talks: Key outcomes from the June 2021 virtual conference

International climate talks have resumed following an 18-month of absence, with diplomats from around the world attempting to negotiate the final rules of the Paris Agreement via the online medium of Microsoft Teams.
Key Outcomes

Bhutan’s carbon-negative status – a model for other nations

Bhutan aims to be an environmental-friendly country. They are achieving this goal through its dense forests that shroud most of the country. Bhutan emits about 2.2 million tonnes of carbon annually, yet its forests – acting as a carbon sink – absorb three times this amount.
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EVENTS, TRAININGS AND CONFERENCES

Second World Peatlands Day
The Second World Peatland Day was celebrated worldwide on 2nd June 2021. The event was launched by the International Peatland Society (IPS) in autumn 2019, to raise awareness of peat and peatlands worldwide. The event was celebrated online, via websites and social media - followed by local seminars, workshops and similar events.
Watch MAHFSA Video

Webinar: Our Forests, Peatlands and Seas

To celebrate World Environment and World Oceans Day, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Indonesia in collaboration with United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Indonesia organised a webinar entitled "Our Forest, Peatlands and Seas" on 8 June 2021. 
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Training for Researchers by Researchers 

The Global Peatlands Initiative’s Research Working Group is organising a  series of online training sessions for peatland researchers. The series kicked off in December 2020 and will carry on through to 2022. In June 2021, two trainings were organised. 
Fourth Session: Influencing Policy

The training was delivered by Prof Mark Reed (SRUC) and Dianna Kopansky (UNEP) on 11 June 2021. Session's recording and training resources are available online.
Watch The Session
Get The Session's Materials
Fifth Session: Building Visibility and Impact Online

The training was delivered by Jeremy Van Loon (CIFOR-ICRAF) and Prof Mark Reed (SRUC) on 18 June 2021.  The interactive session saw many participants share ideas and experiences.
Watch The Session
Get The Session's Materials

Webinar: Forest Fire and Can It Synergies with Covid-19?

The webinar was conducted on 19 June 2021 to discuss the double burden of forest fires and Covid-19 pandemic in Indonesia. Note: The webinar was conducted in Bahasa Indonesia. 
Webinar: Kebakaran Hutan dan Lahan Benarkah Dapat Bersinergi dengan Covid-19?

DENR to take lead in ASEAN-level meetings on peatlands

Philippines' Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) hosted the sixth ASEAN Task Force on Peatlands (ATFP) meeting and third Programme Steering Committee (PSC) meetings of ASEAN Peatland Programmes and Projects from 28 to 30 June 2021. 
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ASEAN-UK COP26: Framing the Future for Nature and Climate

With both COP26 and the Convention on Biological Diversity COP in China, 2021 is set to be a critical year for nature and climate. Apart from leading up to COP26, the webinar was organised to discuss nature-based solutions, climate and biodiversity, showcase best practices from across the Region and more.
More Info
Watch The Webinar
Pre-COP of the UN Climate Change Conference

The Pre-Conference of the Parties (Pre-COP) will be held in Milan on 30 September – 2 October 2021. The Conference will be attended by 35 to 40 countries, representatives of the UNFCCC Secretariat, the chairs of the Subsidiary Bodies of the Convention and a number of stakeholders who play a key role in the fight against climate change or in the transition to sustainable development.
More Info
U.N. opens registration for climate conference with UK vaccine offer 

The UK will host the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow on 31 October – 12 November 2021. Registration is now open but the format is yet to be determined. The UK government is making every effort to enable in-person participation
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About COP26

PEATLANDS MATTER
 
Life Below Zero Director of Photography Ben Mullin has seen the challenge that #climatechange presents in the Arctic - and understands that #PeatlandsMatter for our shared future.

Peatlands worldwide are drying out, threatening to release 860 million tonnes of carbon dioxide every year

To study the net impact of peat drying, an international team of scientists collected and analysed a large dataset from carefully designed and controlled experiments across 130 peatlands all over the world. The study suggests, if no sustainable measures are being taken, 860 million tonnes of carbon dioxide could be released every year by around 2100.
More On The Study Findings

Peatland Restoration 2021

International Peatland Society (IPS) organised a webinar entitled “Peatland Restoration worldwide – where do we stand in 2021?” on 14 June 2021. The webinar featured international experts presenting their views on the status of peatland restoration in 10 of the IPS member countries. 
More Info
Watch The Webinar

Bambang Setiadi new Vice Chair for IPS Environment Commission + New Volunteeers

Dr Bambang Setiadi from Indonesia has been appointed as the new Vice Chair of the International Peatland Society (IPS) Commission on Peatlands and Environment.

In addition, the IPS is still looking for volunteers for the following positions: 
  • Coordinator for the Expert Group on "Peat for Growing Media"
  • Two Vice Chairs for the Commission "Peatlands and Economy"
  • Coordinator for the "Peatlands and people, health and local livelihoods" Expert Group.
You may send your short applications to susann.warnecke@peatlands.org. These are unpaid positions, but they are an excellent addition to your CV.
About IPS
 
Crowdfunding of Photobook PEAT has succeeded

A photographer based in the Netherlands launched a crowdfunding campaign to cover the printing costs of her new photo book PEAT. PEAT tells the story of the importance and the beauty of Irish peatlands and the transience of ancient Irish turf cutting traditions.
More About PEAT

PFP ASEAN Peatland Photo Contest

People for Peat (PFP) is running a PFP ASEAN Peatland Photo Contest with cash-prizes to be won! You may join the contest and win with your original photos of peatlands, its flora and fauna, the community living and working on peatlands, or even highlight the issues of burning or degradation being faced by peatlands.
Join The Contest

Global Peatlands Initiative Strategy for Highlighting Peatlands as a Priority Ecosystem in the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration

Global Peatlands Initiative (GPI) has released its strategy to highlight the opportunity and potential of peatlands as a priority ecosystem for action to advance the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration and reap multiple benefits for important global aspirations such as the SDGs and action on climate change.
Read The Strategy

Indragiri Hilir District, Indonesia receives grant to enhance resilience of rural communities

Bupati (Head of District) HM. Wardan of Indragiri Hilir district expressed his gratitude for the grant provided by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) during a visit by IFAD and Indonesia's Ministry of Environment and Forestry representatives. Note: The article is written in Bahasa Indonesia. 
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UPDATES ON THE PALM OIL INDUSTRY

Palm oil’s tussle with ESG

The palm oil industry in Malaysia has been facing misconception from the international organisations. Stakeholders believe that the best way forward is ensuring sustainable production. 
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Accurate narrative around palm oil vital

“The narrative needs to be corrected as there is ample evidence the palm oil industry actually facilitates climate action and enables transition by reducing emissions associated with mobility, counteracting ILUC as a non-tree and non-forest fibre source,” said Dr Gary W Theseira, senior research officer of Forest Research Institute Malaysia. 
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EU's Borrell: Palm oil issue shouldn't hamper trade talks with Indonesia

Due to EU's restrictions on palm oil, an Indonesian official has threatened to review the trade negotiation to make sure palm oil is positioned fairly in the planned deal. EU foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell said the issue should not jeopardize cooperation with Indonesia and both should look for solutions. 
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EU palm oil use for biodiesel to fall in 2021 on cost concerns: USDA

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) revealed the EU use of palm oil to make biodiesel is forecast to decline in the 2021 due to expected lower production of Hydrogenation-Derived Renewable Diesel, popularly known as HDRD, from Spain.
Read More
 
 
Events
IUCN UK PP Conference 2021
The conference will take place virtually from 13 - 16 September 2021.
Find out more
PFP Regional Peat Symposium 2021: Series 4
The virtual symposium will take place on Wednesday, 28 July 2021. It is now open for registration.
Find out more
Training: How to write and use policy briefs
The training will take place online on 30 July 2021. It is now open for registration. 
Find out more
Publications
Peatlands International 2.2021

Download the publication. 
International Mire Conservation Group (IMCG) Bulletin 02 21 (March to April 2021)

Download the publication.

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