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Peat and Peatland Resources in Southeastern Ontario
LINK: http://www.geologyontario.mndmf.gov.on.ca/mndmfiles/pub/data/imaging/OFR5633/OFR5633.pdf
Description
This document provides a regional overview of peatland resources in southeastern Ontario. 759 peatlands greater than 100 ha in size that were identified in southeastern Ontario and assessed for their potential as sources of material for conventional horticultural uses and non-conventional energy uses. This technical report:
- summarizes the project findings
- discusses the physical and chemical characteristics of peat
- evaluates the regional peat resource
- maps of each study area are included
Additional Information:
Regions: Ontario, Canada
Submitted by: WetlandNetwork