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Luggala peatlands to undergo restoration to support carbon capture and biodiversity The Luggala Estate extends to more than 1,800 hectares and is one of Ireland’s most spectacular upland landscapes
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People walking near Luggala, Co Wicklow. Photograph: Eric Luke
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A peatland restoration project across extensive upland bog and heathland is to be undertaken at the famous Luggala estate in the Wicklow mountains.
Luggala Estate Limited said it was “starting its response towards addressing the climate and biodiversity emergencies” through the initiative, which would see 1,300 hectares of peatlands restored over several years.