Deforestation, mining of peat bogs is so concerning that in 2010, the UK’s Natural Environment Minister Richard Benyon said:  “I want to see peat eliminated from the amateur gardener market by 2020. We need to go further if we are to protect our natural environment and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This will be challenging, but more sustainable and good quality peat-free alternatives are already available, and I believe it is achievable for peat to phased out in all markets before 2030”.

 

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