9+ hour, 48+ min ago   (684+ words) The 872m of core, retrieved from deep below the sea floor, is now being opened, analysed and sampled by the science team, during almost a month of intensive, collaborative work. The expedition's scientists are working side by side during January and…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (488+ words) BGS has developed a new, national-scale, offshore dataset that shows the distribution of previously interpreted Quaternary rock layers in the shallow subsurface of the UK continental shelf. The BGS Offshore Quaternary 250K dataset'comprises a compilation of legacy BGS 1:250'000 Quaternary geology map…...

3+ mon, 3+ day ago   (586+ words) BGS Geology, BGS's digital geological maps covering Great Britain, is based on a suite of published paper maps enhanced with latest digital mapping. It is periodically updated with information from field surveys as well as including previously unpublished maps or…...

3+ mon, 1+ week ago   (778+ words) Every city has a story hidden beneath its surface, shaped not just by people but by ancient landscapes and geological forces too. Under our streets, buildings and parks lies an unseen subsurface that has a major influence on how our…...

4+ mon, 1+ week ago   (661+ words) Indonesia is one of the world's most hazard-prone nations and experiences over 2000 disasters annually. Natural hazard disasters in Indonesia are responsible for the loss of hundreds to thousands of lives each year and costs the national economy US$1 to US…...

4+ mon, 2+ week ago   (181+ words) BGS has been working with partners to make the geosciences more accessible to young people, including those from under-represented backgrounds. So far, we have targeted under-represented people aged 15 to 18 with initiatives that aim to: As well as broadening their career…...

5+ mon, 1+ week ago   (413+ words) Understanding how heat moves within the subsurface is important for the development of geothermal energy, including ground-source heat pumps. Determining which geological areas are suitable for their installation is vital. For the first time, scientists at BGS have used time-series…...

7+ mon, 4+ week ago   (605+ words) The subsurface has a vital role to play in the energy transition, acting as an enabler and helping deliver economic growth by providing: The benefits of a stronger renewable sector for UK residents could include improved access to secure, affordable,…...