Living soil

We replace peat

Peat is becoming increasingly scarce: according to current forecasts, global peat reserves may only be able to meet demand for a few more decades. Furthermore, peat extraction—regardless of how carefully it is conducted— releases significant amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. This CO₂ is stored in peatlands, and draining these areas to extract peat releases the harmful gas Peatlands are also vital habitats for a wide range of animal and plant species. Their destruction through peat extraction contributes to biodiversity loss and the extinction of many species. Completely eliminating—or at least significantly reducing—the use of peat is a necessary and worthwhile goal in the fight against climate change. Growing environmental concerns are fueling public opposition to peat extraction. In response, German policymakers have announced plans to ban the sale of peat-based potting soil entirely by 2030.