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Newly released core could hold clues on potential mineral prospectivity in Perthshire
05/06/2026
A comprehensive collection of geological samples from the vicinity of a former mine in Scotland is now available to scientists for further research.
Latest data on world mineral production now available
25/05/2026
BGS has released the updated statistics on the global production of over 70 commodities between 2020 and 2024.
Strengthening capacity through partnership: a critical minerals perspective
28/04/2026
BGS has been working in partnership with the Geological Survey Department of Zambia (GSD) to build national capacity, improve data accessibility and support long-term, sustainable development.
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BGS completes first mapping expedition to Ascension Island
11/12/2023
BGS marine geoscientists travelled to Ascension Island to support its government with an ongoing, conservation-driven mapping programme.
BGS to lead new research project on barrier systems to support more sustainable coastal management
06/12/2023
Scientists at BGS will lead a new four-year project that will enhance our understanding of gravel barrier systems across the coastlines of the UK.
BGS publication included in Environment Agency’s review of drought in the UK
05/12/2023
A BGS essay on groundwater and drought has been included in the Environment Agency’s review of the research and scientific understanding of drought.
BGS receives award at the World Landslide Forum 2023
30/11/2023
BGS's landslide team has been designated a World Centre of Excellence on landslide risk reduction by the International Consortium on Landslides.
Natural flood management: is geology more important than trees?
23/11/2023
Looking at innovative ways of creating resilience to flooding hazards with natural flood management.
First annual Critical Mineral Intelligence Centre conference takes place
23/11/2023
The conference took place at BGS’s headquarters in Keyworth, Nottinghamshire, on 21 November 2023.
Evidence report on deep geothermal energy opportunities in the UK released
16/11/2023
BGS has published a detailed evidence report that underpins a deep geothermal White Paper.
The optimisation of plutonium separation
07/11/2023
BGS research leads to advancements in the detection of plutonium and ultimately the determination of soil erosion rates in tropical soils.