For the UK to reach its ambitious target of storing 170 million tonnes of carbon dioxide per year by 2050, it will need to look beyond the current well-studied geographical areas.
The first regional assessment for 30 years will support offshore marine and subsurface planning for the UK’s low-carbon energy infrastructure, including the 2030 target of 45 to 50 GW generated through offshore wind.
BGS geologists join research voyage, gathering crucial geological data to support offshore energy and infrastructure projects.
Subsea power and telecommunications cables are critical to the UK’s energy infrastructure and global connectivity, yet they remain vulnerable to damage from ship anchors, fishing activity and natural hazards.
Two of Europe’s leading geological surveys have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen collaboration on key geoscientific challenges.
Working with UK and overseas governments to provide geological and oil prospectivity advice.
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