Books
The
book "Peat extraction" by A. Šnore now is available in
English. The book describes the drainage of peat
extraction, techniques of preparatory works and extraction,
environmental protection requirements, designing, etc.
A wide range of specific literature, scientific works and range of
other sources, including the material of author's personal archives
were used for writing the book. The experience of largest Latvian
peat extraction companies, in particular, in the extraction of
block peat, was used.
The book is about the extraction of peat. Peat processing and from
it resulting peat production are not described in the book. The
book distinguishes terms 'extraction' and 'extracted peat' from the
terms 'production' and 'peat production'.
Mainly, the extraction of milled peat is discussed in the book.
Milled peat is extracted on more wider scale and its extraction is
most complicated.
For those who are just planning to work with the extraction of
peat, not to feel frustration, you must note that, in parables
speaking, this sector is not a sprint, but a marathon. It will take
several years of work, so that from conception to extract peat to
move to the first tons of extracted peat, but invested funds will
begin to bear fruits only after some time.
The book can be purchased in the office of Latvian Peat Association
or by ordering.
The book “ Sustainable and
responsible after-use of peat extraction areas ” was
published within the framework of the project “Responsible
management and sustainable use of degraded bogs in Latvia” (LIFE
REstore, LIFE14 CCM / LV / 001103). It summarizes information on
the further use of peatlands after peat extraction and types of
reclamation appropriate to Latvian conditions, the impact of
peatlands on climate change, mitigation options and the legal
framework of climate policy, as well as the ecosystem services
provided by peatlands and their economic value. The book contains
information on all project activities, research, measurements and
results. LIFE REstore book is available in Latvian and English, in
printed and electronic format. The book can be obtained from the
Latvian Peat Association or the Nature Protection Board. The
electronic book is
available here.
More information about the project can be found here.
