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Jack Clough is a Research Fellow at the Sustainability Research Institute, University of East London, specializing in peatland restoration, paludiculture (wetland agriculture), and green infrastructure for climate resilience. His work directly informs UK environmental policy through collaborations with Defra, Natural England, Scottish Natural Heritage, and the IUCN UK Peatland Programme.
Clough's research integrates hydrology, ecology, and policy implementation with three primary thrusts: (1) Commercial-scale paludiculture development including sphagnum moss cultivation for peatland restoration; (2) Urban climate adaptation through green roofs and rain gardens for flood management; (3) Blanket bog conservation in vulnerable ecosystems like Europe's southernmost peatlands. His approach emphasizes measurable outcomes for biodiversity, carbon sequestration, and community resilience.
Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals increasing policy relevance, shifting from foundational hydrological studies toward implementation frameworks for commercial paludiculture and multi-functional green infrastructure. Key trends include quantifying economic viability of wetland agriculture, optimizing green roof biodiversity co-benefits, and developing monitoring protocols for large-scale restoration projects.
Clough operates within collaborative frameworks including the LIFE+ Climate Proofing Housing Landscapes project and Defra's paludiculture initiatives, frequently partnering with researchers like Sean Connop and Richard Lindsay. His work demonstrates strong translational impact through commissioned reports directly shaping UK environmental management practices, though no formal student supervision or grant leadership is documented.
