Relief is the term used for the differences in height across the land’s surface and is affected by the underlying rocks.
New images of the BGS Building Stone Collection have been published.
Providing independent and expert geoscientific tools and advice to assess different adaptation options to coastal flooding and erosion.
Coastal vulnerability is an issue in many coastal areas of Great Britain. Understanding the processes and identifying potential geohazards and interdependencies within the coastal zone allows users to mitigate and plan to improve future resilience.
At BGS we strive for a fair and open working environment, free from discrimination where we value all colleagues as individuals and respect their differences.
The UK has a number of sites that have been explored for shale gas deposits.
We provide independent, expert and impartial geological and environmental advice with continued monitoring and publication of the latest data.
Dick Merriman, former BGS geologist, recounts his experience 50 years ago as part of a team to land on Rockall, a small, uninhabited islet in the Atlantic Ocean.
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