Emission calculations for Peatlands
The mapping of emission reductions for peatlands is the key basis for evaluating the impact of the measures implemented through the Action Plan to restore or improve the condition of ecosystems. This spatially and temporally explicit mapping is the aim of this service, which compares the emissions from drainage-based land use before the start of the measures with the reduced emissions or the sink performance after the measures have been implemented.
National emissions reporting in Germany compiles the legally binding emissions data based on regionalized measurement data and activity data available for the entire federal territory for the updated map of organic soils in Germany for the reporting period since 1990. However, the existing methods of emissions reporting are inadequate to adequately reflect the measures of the Action Plan in the peatlands field of action. The GEST approach (Greenhouse gas Emission Site Types) was developed at the GMC for calculating the emissions of specific areas. This approach is used on a regional level and in projects to generate carbon credits (MoorFutures). The service provides the methodological basis for mapping emissions from organic soils in a spatially explicit and temporally consistent manner, taking particular account of the expected effects of measures of the Action Plan for Germany.
Partners involved: Thünen Institute, Duene e.V.