Peatlands Comprehension

Description

This comprehension resource explores the importance of peatlands in Ireland, highlighting their role as carbon sinks, regulators of water, and habitats for biodiversity.

Students learn about the environmental impact of peat extraction, the process of rewetting, and government incentives that support sustainable land management.

The worksheet includes 10 questions covering definitions, numeracy, and higher-order thinking, with a full marking scheme provided.

Ideal for Leaving Cert Agricultural Science students, this resource encourages critical thinking about climate change mitigation, sustainability, and practical solutions for farmers managing degraded peatlands.