Crichton Carbon Centre

The Crichton Carbon Centre manage and deliver the Peatland ACTION restoration training programme. Our two-day events can be held in person (across Scotland), or online and cover both technical and practical content. The events are a space for open, interactive discussions on peatland restoration. Our aim is that you leave with a greater understanding of peatlands and the various restoration techniques used to restore them.

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The training sessions are specifically designed for:

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• Contractors looking to undertake peatland restoration projects

• Consultants looking to undertake peatland restoration projects, peatland condition assessments and feasibility studies

• Ecological Clerk of Works

• Agents preparing peatland restoration projects

• Landowners and Managers

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A typical training session includes:

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• An overview of Scotland’s peatland extent and condition

• An introduction to planning and designing a peatland restoration project

• An overview of restoration techniques

• A site visit to look at examples of restoration techniques in action (for in person events only)

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If you wish to register your interest in attending one of our training sessions, please complete and submit this form. We aim to get back to you within 2 working days.