A report by the Environmental Protection Agency has revealed that the large-scale, illegal commercial extraction of peat in Ireland is causing ‘catastrophic damage.’ The EPA has investigated 38 sites across seven counties where large-scale commercial peat extraction is taking place without any of the necessary permissions from local authorities. The agency have said the practice is decimating vital ecosystems for biodiversity, culture, and research. Link in bio to read more 📲 #rtenews #peat #bo