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Kamchatka earthquake highlights the advances in tsunami early warning systems

31/07/2025

The response to the 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Russia has emphasised how far scientific understanding of tsunamis has come over the last two decades, and the improved mitigation measures that are now in place.

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New journal article reveals snapshot of forever chemicals in shallow English soils

31/07/2025

Data on the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance concentrations in English soils has been released.

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NERC Tech Forum 2025

Event on 03/06/2025

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Indian delegates and BGS staff outside BGS’s headquarters in Keyworth, Nottinghamshire. BGS © UKRI.
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BGS hosts India for ‘deep dive’ on carbon capture and storage

30/07/2025

Some of India’s top scientists visited BGS to explore the UK’s carbon dioxide storage research potential.

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Scoping report on the material requirements for a UK hydrogen economy

21/06/2023

The UK Critical Minerals Intelligence Centre has produced a scoping report that examines the aims of the UK with regards to developing a hydrogen economy, the sustainability of these targets, given current metal loadings, and provides some suggestions for overcoming potential challenges that the UK may face in securing raw materials to support this ambition.

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Scoping study on metals used in specialist alloys in the aerospace industry

21/06/2023

A recent scoping study by the UK Critical Minerals Intelligence Centre assesses the application, importance and supply-chain risks associated with specialist alloys used in the aerospace and defence industries.

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BGS unveils #TheCommoditree at Glastonbury 2023

21/06/2023

The new installation is part of a unique touring festival stand showcasing how modern lifestyles wouldn't be possible without rocks and minerals.

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A new open dataset to benefit onshore geoscience research

15/06/2023

Data from deep onshore hydrocarbon wells is being released on an open access basis to help meet the UK’s net zero targets.

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BGS Director Karen Hanghoj (left) and volcanologist Sam Engwell (right), have both been recognised in the Geological Society Honours List. BGS © UKRI.
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Geological Society honours BGS scientists

14/06/2023

The Geological Society has recognised the contributions of two members of BGS: director Dr Karen Hanghøj and volcanologist Dr Samantha Engwell.

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NERC recognised by the Carbon Trust for its step towards net zero

07/06/2023

The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) has achieved the ‘taking action’ tier of the Carbon Trust’s Route to Net Zero Standard.

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New report on the National Land Data Programme published

06/06/2023

The report, based on pilot projects across the UK, explains how spatial data and modelling can support better decisions on land use.

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New for 2023: summer placements scheme at BGS

06/06/2023

BGS is excited to be trialling a six-week placement scheme for students in partnership with the School of Geography, University of Nottingham.

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