1. A Perspective on behalf ofLandowners / Land managers Marsden
Moor
2. Simon Thorp Rural Chartered Surveyor Chartered
Environmentalist Director of The Heather Trust since May 2002
Principal of Simon Thorp & Associates Director of Scotlands
Moorland Forum since November 2007 Chairman of the Peatland Working
Group Deputy Chairman England & Wales Wildfire Forum Based in
Dumfries Working throughout the UK and beyond
3. The Heather Trust The Heather Trust is: A charity Dedicated
to moorland management throughout the UK A membership organisation
What do we do? seek to integrate all management provide an
independent view work for & with: private landowners, farmers,
agencies & NGOs contribute to committees &
consultations
4. The Heather Trust Approach Start from a land management
position Moorland needs management Much follows from management
Often working with farming issues Ultimate managers of moorland go
baa or moo We are not scientists Provide a scientific bridge
between researchers and farmers & managers
5. Ecosystems, Peat and Carbon
6. Landowners perception Landowners objectives Why own land?
Existing sources of income? Has the message about got through
about: The value of peat & carbon? Ecosystem services? Message
about water easier Whats in it for me? Cannot assume altruistic
support? Carrot more effective than stick PES / carbon trading
7. Landowner liaison Need to explain what is involved Use
correct language Not dumbing down Demonstrate value Ensure there is
substance not froth Demonstration events & projects Actions
speak louder than words Explanation from peers more impact than
scientific argument Part of the solution Work with landowners &
managers from the outset not as an afterthought
8. Shameless Plug Sphagnum Moss Guide Know your mosses Identify
the peat forming mosses Available through HT website 3.75 incl
P&P