Allowing scientists to accomplish research objectives more readily than would otherwise be possible, using volunteers to perform research-related tasks.
Water companies manage extensive networks of pipes for water supply and sewerage and over time, these pipes can fail, resulting in leakage to the surrounding soils.
The UK’s 14 Overseas Territories (UKOTs) are highly diverse islands, geographically dispersed around the world in different climate zones. Most are small islands that are particularly vulnerable to natural hazards and climate change.
Ascension Island is a subtropical volcanic island in the South Atlantic. The BGS is investigating subsurface processes to better understand the volcanic hazards that might occur again.
We are using citizen science for people to develop a shared understanding of hazardous phenomena and for communities to contribute to hazard forecasting and early warning.
The BGS Volcanology group are supporting a variety of projects under the ODA programme that are building partnerships, sharing knowledge, and enhancing our understanding of hazards and risks.
The safe operation of geoenergy and subsurface storage sites is required to help meet net zero carbon ambitions.
The latest news on the status of geological storage of carbon dioxide in Europe is outlined in a comprehensive new report from CO2GeoNet.
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