International development and the BGS
The BGS has worked in over 100 countries to become a leading provider of applied geoscience services.
We have an extensive programme of international research, surveying and monitoring, including major institutional strengthening programmes in the developing world. Our work is directed towards development issues such as: the sustainable benefits from natural resources; protection of people and of the natural environment; improving quality of life, and poverty alleviation.
Search the international projects and reports or browse alphabetically by country to see the extent of our international research, surveying, and monitoring work.
Some reports are available as free downloads.
Our research
The BGS has worked extensively for many of the principal development agencies, including:
- Department for International Development (DFID)
- European Union
- Inter-American, African and Asian development banks
- United Nations agencies
- World Bank
- World Health Organisation
Contacts
Contact the business development team for more information.
