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TeachMeFinance.com - explain Peat Peat The term 'Peat' as it applies to the area of energy can be defined as ' Peat consists of partially decomposed plant debris. It is considered an early stage in the development of coal. Peat is distinguished from lignite by the presence of free cellulose and a high moisture content (exceeding 70 percent). The heat content of air-dried peat (about 50 percent moisture) is about 9 million Btu perton. Most U.S. peat is used as a soil conditioner. The first U.S.electric power plant fueled by peat began operation in Maine in 1990'. The term 'Peat' as it applies to the area of reclamation can be defined as ' A fibrous mass of organic matter in various stages of decomposition, generally dark brown to black in color and of spongy consistency. A soft light swamp soil consisting mostly of decayed vegetation. See humus'. Previous 5 Terms: Peak Wind Speed Peaking capacity Peaking power Peanut poundage quota Peanut price support program Next 5 Terms: pebbles peccary peck pectinal pectineal About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005-2011 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical, legal or financial advice. Information presented at TeachMeFinance.com is provided on an "AS-IS" basis. Please read the disclaimer for details.