Research Paper Summaries

New research reveals the "Ash Tea" effect of wildfire ash on reservoirs. Discover why moorland management is vital for protecting UK drinking water.

Peatland rewetting caused a short-term carbon spike before recovery. We analyze why practical conservation requires a long-term view.

New study validates traditional fire management. Managed burning reduced wildfires by 22% in Brazil , proving local stewardship protects landscapes.

New research: The Dava Moor fire released 39,338 tonnes of carbon. Learn why active moorland management is vital to protect our peatlands from future megafires.

Climate change will sharply increase wildfire danger across the UK this century - demanding better fuel management and preparedness.

New research reveals prescribed burning is 16x more cost-effective than fire suppression. Learn how proactive land management protects rural livelihoods from wildfire.

Research from the North York Moors reveals how daily changes in heather moisture affect wildfire risk, highlighting when and why moorlands are most vulnerable.

New BTO research confirms active management boosts Curlew survival. Discover how keepers and farmers in the Yorkshire Dales support near-stable populations.

New research shows that ending grouse moor management and rising temperatures could cause major declines in red grouse, curlew and golden plover populations.

New research reveals how fragmented wildfire governance leaves the UK unprepared for rising fire risks, and why closer cooperation is urgently needed.

An Australian study shows controlled burning reduces wildfire severity for several years, especially soon after burning, highlighting the need for regular, planned fuel management.

Wildfire smoke releases up to four times more harmful pollutants than traditional prescribed burns, yet current policy ignores this vital difference, risking public health.