{"id":2054,"date":"2025-05-29T10:19:57","date_gmt":"2025-05-29T09:19:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/?p=2054"},"modified":"2025-08-18T09:52:51","modified_gmt":"2025-08-18T08:52:51","slug":"new-research-launched-at-tochar-conference-reveals-strong-public-support-for-wetland-restoration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/ga\/latest-news\/new-research-launched-at-tochar-conference-reveals-strong-public-support-for-wetland-restoration\/","title":{"rendered":"New Research Launched at T\u00f3char Conference Reveals Strong Public Support for Wetland Restoration"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5fe1f10a362c9ffbcafa39ac01f34452\">\n<li><em>Nearly half of respondents have a vested interest in wetland restoration, with 10% of those acknowledging that restoration may have potential impacts on traditional livelihoods and impact turf cutters and bog contractors. &nbsp;<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>61% of Irish&nbsp;adults have visited a wetland area.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>72% of the public rank nature restoration as the most important benefit of restoring wetlands. &nbsp;<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>33% of people nationwide are aware of wetland restoration projects, but awareness is significantly higher in the Just Transition counties.<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2bff7eb8a18862cbc8ccf4a6be6fdfe3\"><strong>Thursday, 22 May 2025, Ireland:&nbsp;<\/strong>New research unveiled today at the T\u00f3char: A Path from the Past, A Future for Wetlands conference reveals a strong public interest in wetlands and insights into the way we interact with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-03a7970c5faddfc4fa2214edac6c8901\">The RED C research, commissioned by the T\u00f3char Midlands Wetlands Restoration Project, offers timely insights into Irish attitudes toward wetlands, restoration benefits, and the perceived impact on rural livelihoods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5293ae17e96c74343d3efe32a2d31269\">The findings were presented during a lively day of discussions and community engagement at the conference, where the opening address from John Feehan explored the role of ecological processes for the future of wetlands. The event brought together policymakers, ecologists, landowners, contractors, and local voices to explore the path ahead for wetlands in the Midlands. Held in Abbeyleix, Co. Laois, the event opened with a \u2018Wake Up to the Bog\u2019 walk and featured keynote addresses from representatives of the European Commission and the Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly (EMRA), National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS), T\u00f3char Project representatives and a range of community voices such as Abbeyleix Bog Project, Women in Nature Restoration and the T\u00f3char Fens Restoration project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-27fe1510 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-33-1024x683.jpg ,https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-33.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-33.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-33-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Tochar Wetlands Conference Speaker\" class=\"uag-image-2057\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" title=\"EMRA 22-05-25\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e981e3984c8bb8c32a61829fb329309a\"><strong>Welcoming the research, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage James Browne TD said:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d7e6401704f71ebe021c5c3934868f9f\"><em>\u201cThrough the T\u00f3char Project, the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is restoring vital wetlands not only to protect biodiversity, but also to ensure that communities who have long been dependent on peatlands are part of a fair and inclusive transition. I am delighted that the NPWS &nbsp;is supporting initiatives like T\u00f3char that combine social equity with environmental stewardship. The research being launched today highlights the deep connection Irish people feel to our wetlands and underscores the public\u2019s growing support for nature-based solutions to climate and biodiversity challenges. We need to ensure that meeting these challenges delivers climate action benefits while preserving livelihoods and our heritage.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4ab46e47805084a5870ef17580080f94\"><strong>Speaking about the research, Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity, Christopher O\u2019Sullivan TD said:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1ca9686e110b1467fe14fc47e8f1edd8\"><em>\u201cThe restoration of Ireland\u2019s wetlands is a vital step in protecting our natural heritage and tackling climate change. These ecosystems are at the heart of our biodiversity and play a crucial role in flood management, carbon storage, and sustaining rural communities. Through the T\u00f3char Project, we are not just restoring landscapes, we are strengthening the connection between people and nature. This initiative ensures that wetland restoration is carried out in a way that benefits both the environment and the communities who have relied on these lands for generations. We are committed to working with all stakeholders to create a sustainable future where conservation and rural livelihoods can thrive side by side.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-887b5beb wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\"  sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-50-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Tochar Wetlands Conference \" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-dfd97d45fc582773b7c2e36c2ff42cfb\">This research was commissioned to better understand how people across Ireland perceive wetlands and their restoration and this was a key topic of discussion throughout the event. The findings reinforced many of the themes raised during panel discussions and storytelling sessions, such as \u201cStories from the Community\u201d and \u201cThe Irish Perspective: Reflections on the Past and a Look to the Future\u201d, where local peat contractors, landowners, and ecologists shared their lived experiences and aspirations for the transition. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8458ff59e548b7a480ea94c2d2c04ddb\">It\u2019s clear that while there is strong support for nature-based solutions like wetland restoration, we also need to acknowledge and address the concerns of rural communities whose lives and traditions are closely tied to these landscapes. This insight will help shape how we engage with the public and deliver the project in a way that\u2019s inclusive and informed. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-66f71474 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-171-1024x683.jpg ,https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-171.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-171.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-171-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Tochar Wetlands Conference Speakers\" class=\"uag-image-2061\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" title=\"EMRA 22-05-25\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6704a615c6fc0eafd77e8d1952f490f2\"><strong>Key research findings include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7972d3232e2d242601bccdf99f9d1f13\">\n<li>61% of Irish adults have visited a wetland area, with this number rising to nearly 70% in the EU Just Transition Territory counties.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nature restoration (72%), flood mitigation (57%), and carbon storage (50%) rank as the top perceived benefits of wetland restoration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>While many support wetland restoration, 49% of respondents express concern about its impact, particularly on traditional rural livelihoods.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 in 3 Irish adults have heard of wetland restoration projects, but there is a need for better communication and community engagement. Awareness is significantly higher in the EU Just Transition Territory counties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5cdcb650c3301224b4378a733f3593c9\">The T\u00f3char Project, a three-year initiative managed by the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) and co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union through the EU Just Transition Fund, is dedicated to restoring these vital landscapes across the Midlands. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-626ce1f5aacb456559e6661f1d29b706\">Ireland\u2019s wetlands play a crucial role in biodiversity conservation, carbon storage, and climate resilience. However, many of these fragile ecosystems have been degraded over time. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c7ee7458f2e5e69a9ed51e797fb44ce3\">The T\u00f3char project is focusing on restoring degraded wetlands in Kildare, Galway, Roscommon, Laois, Longford, Offaly, Tipperary, and Westmeath, working closely with local communities to ensure a just transition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-694e2af7 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-213-1024x683.jpg ,https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-213.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-213.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-213-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Tochar Wetlands Conference Q&amp;A\" class=\"uag-image-2067\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" title=\"EMRA 22-05-25\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-08f4d7423724bfa691baa04c776b210d\"><strong>Commenting on the project launch, Minister for Climate, Environment and Energy Darragh O\u2019Brien TD said:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4b43f65d6a605b6a50d31740e9929631\"><em>\u201cT\u00f3char represents a key opportunity to reaffirm the importance of the restoration and protection of Irish wetlands. In addition to their cultural and historic importance, wetlands play a critical role in carbon sequestration, functioning as a long-term carbon sink. Supporting sustainable land-use initiatives such as T\u00f3char will be essential to achieving our climate goals and ensuring a just transition away from a fossil fuel-dependent landscape. I look forward to seeing the full potential of this innovative scheme.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fb18c6e0c60bfacbfd5185d52c3cc1a8\"><strong>Shirley Clerkin, T\u00f3char Project Manager, stresses the importance of collaboration: &nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-40171dbe92ba3ebf5b264c7b60eebae8\"><em>&#8220;The research shows that wetland restoration is about more than just conservation; it\u2019s about people and their ongoing relationship with their environment. The survey results demonstrate an understanding of wetland ecosystem benefits but also show where we need to work together to enhance and build capacity for wetland restoration in the midlands. &nbsp;By working with communities, landowners, and peat contractors we can create a legacy of sustainable living, climate resilience, and biodiversity protection that benefits everyone.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3ea0f40200ba39a8a46a22f0689b3b34\">&nbsp;<strong>Clare Bannon, A\/Director of the Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly (EMRA):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c16b3b147cb42af2e88c9ebcd99003e0\"><em>&#8220;As the Managing Authority of the EU Just Transition Fund, EMRA recognises the profound impact that the EU Just Transition Fund programme has on the communities and environment in the wider Midlands. This research commissioned by the T\u00f3char project, is valuable to understanding how people across Ireland perceive wetlands and their restoration. This insight will be integral in shaping how T\u00f3char can ensure that wetland restoration is carried out in a way that is inclusive and well-informed. Our goal is to create a sustainable future where conservation and rural livelihoods thrive side by side, adopting a deep connection between people and their natural heritage.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-c024f123 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-220-1024x683.jpg ,https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-220.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-220.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-220-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Tochar Wetlands Conference Q&amp;A 2\" class=\"uag-image-2069\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" title=\"EMRA 22-05-25\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3483e400eff8d79736d01c26723d833d\">&nbsp;The day closed with a \u2018Rejuvenation Bog Walk\u2019, allowing attendees to experience firsthand the landscapes that are the focus of Ireland\u2019s wetland restoration movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a2ae00f3c42716ee45a564b77474fc7b\">&nbsp;To learn more about the T\u00f3char Project, share your views, or participate in upcoming initiatives, visit&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/\">www.tocharwetlands.ie<\/a>&nbsp;or follow us on Instagram @wetlandsrestoration or Facebook and LinkedIn T\u00f3char Wetlands Restoration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5afd10de10a7b7b0764ab3fe89523881\"><strong>ENDS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6d3e5845aee3c7c0cd2f59dbb5fcfac1\"><strong>For all media queries or to arrange an interview with a T\u00f3char spokesperson, please contact:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-667b69b908ebebe37f347cc5cbd88778\">Marie Lynch, Carr Communications, <a href=\"mailto:marie@carrcommunications.ie\">marie@carrcommunications.ie<\/a>, 087 973 0522<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-84b962fe3d74e6dfcdd38f9bffa168be\">Aoife O&#8217;Mara, Carr Communications, <a href=\"mailto:aomara@carrcommunications.ie\">aomara@carrcommunications.ie<\/a>, 087 612 1642.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c856558e5bea8b69f75de3422c7124af\"><strong>About the T\u00f3char Project <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\"><strong>www.tocharwetlands.ie<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2d48be8667549fa54eb9cadbdd6e473f\">&nbsp;T\u00f3char is implementing Action 2.1 of the EU Just Transition Programme in Ireland, focusing on restoring degraded wetlands as part of a broader movement towards carbon neutrality. This project recognises that nature restoration is a social transition, where restoring landscapes goes hand in hand with strengthening communities and reconnecting people with their natural heritage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1269bafa343441fae7f8b249debcc295\">The name T\u00f3char represents the path along the Just Transition journey and serves as a reminder that generations before us have used and experienced bogs and wetlands in many ways. A t\u00f3char or togher is a path through a bog or wetland, and hundreds of these ancient pathways have been discovered deep within the peatlands of Ireland. Some were made from heavy oak transported over long distances, while others were constructed using different tree species or even flagstones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-5948a333 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-25-1024x683.jpg ,https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-25.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-25.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tocharwetlands.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/emra-220525-mr-25-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"EU Just Transition Fund \" class=\"uag-image-2055\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" title=\"EMRA 22-05-25\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fb685524be437b6358e06fc3c7241cc1\">&nbsp;<strong>EU Just Transition Fund<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-dec4a6449d30bf992f3d16cd203f47c1\">The purpose of the EU Just Transition Fund (EUJTF), co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union, is to assist the territories most affected by the transition to a climate-neutral economy. In Ireland, this focuses on the wider Midlands region, where there have been direct impacts from the move away from peat production and electricity generation from peat. Up to \u20ac169 million, using Exchequer and EU resources, will be available in the Fund to facilitate a just transition towards a low-carbon economy in the Midlands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a8ff5ce3a4c9951879596260217b6b9f\">By providing opportunities for employment in the Territory, the EU JTF can help to create an inclusive, attractive, healthy and sustainable place to live, work and visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-91b77f49b2c8edae563f4fb865b4b1e2\">&nbsp;The programme priorities of the EU JTF are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-73d762722d4f596421ff4f5abf9f6527\">\n<li>Generating employment for communities formerly reliant on peat production by investing in the diversification of the local economy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supporting the restoration, regeneration and repurposing of peatlands and related land.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Providing communities in the wider Midlands with smart and sustainable mobility options to enable them to benefit directly from the green transition.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-7-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9fb885fe564c51b9c283568378d80b52\">The Eastern and Midland Regional Assembly (EMRA) are the Managing Authority for Ireland\u2019s EU Just Transition Fund Programme. 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