Carbon capture and storage involves capturing carbon dioxide at emission sources, such as power stations, then transporting and storing it underground.
BGS is committed to research aimed at slowing down the effects of a changing climate, whilst helping society to become resilient to climate change.
A short walk around Holyrood Park provides an insight into the geological history of area from the Carboniferous Period to now.
Make a volcano model or work through some classroom activities that introduce P- and S- waves, earthquake seismology and marsquakes.
We have a team of volcanologists that works on various research projects in locations around the world to help governments and local people to understand volcano behaviour.
Earthquakes are among the most deadly natural hazards. They strike without warning and many earthquake zones coincide with areas of high population density.
It may seem unwise to choose to live with such a hazardous neighbour as a volcano. There are a number of reasons why people live alongside volcanoes.
Different types of volcano are formed according to the properties of the magma that creates them.
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