Maps show the real threat of climate-related subsidence to British homes and properties

19/05/2021

New maps launched by BGS reveal how climate change is likely to drive an increase in subsidence-related issues for British homes and properties over the next 50 years.

Deepest points of the Indian Ocean and Southern Ocean revealed

11/05/2021

As part of the Five Deeps Expedition team, scientists from BGS have surveyed in detail the deepest reaches of the Java and South Sandwich trenches.

New book sets out the role of geoscience in achieving a sustainable future

21/04/2021

The role of geoscience in achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals is the subject of a new book edited by staff at the British Geological Survey (BGS) and Geology for Global Development (GfGD), a charity which aims to promote the role of geology in sustainable development.

Diversity and inclusion high on the agenda for Helen Glaves as she begins her term as President of the European Geosciences Union (EGU)

19/04/2021

UK’s mineral production, consumption and trade revealed in new report

06/04/2021

BGS has published the United Kingdom Minerals Yearbook 2020, with partners the Confederation of British Industry Minerals Group and Mineral Products Association

Uncovering secrets of the Mariana Trench

31/03/2021

Scientists have discovered that the true extent of the deepest parts of our oceans may be far larger than they previously thought.

CO2 storage testbed consultation

30/03/2021

BGS and NERC are now seeking views on possible research priorities for a potential new storage testbed

ODA statement

29/03/2021

BGS is currently working across NERC/UKRI and with all its partners to understand the impact on our current ODA funded projects.