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Updated national 3D model will determine the depth to the solid bedrock beneath our feet
The BGS Superficial Deposit Thickness Model now includes an elevation model of geological rockhead for the first time, providing important data for civil engineers, geoscientists and environmental scientists.
New geological mapping underway to help manage flooding along the River Tweed
Scientists are surveying the Tweed catchment for the first time in over 100 years to enhance understanding of localised groundwater and improve flood forecasting.
New geological maps of Berwick-upon-Tweed to help future-proof natural water supply
Scientists have mapped the geology under the town to better understand the groundwater system to inform decisions around abstraction.
Updated geological assessment of the Southern North Sea set to underpin future offshore infrastructure development
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.
Map of BGS BritPits showing the distribution of worked mineral commodities across the country
BGS’s data scientists have generated a summary map of the most commonly extracted mineral commodities by local authority area, demonstrating the diverse nature of British mineral resources.
Can sandstones under the North Sea unlock the UK’s carbon storage potential?
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.
Quaternary UK offshore data digitised for the first time
The offshore wind industry will be boosted by the digitisation of a dataset showing the Quaternary geology at the seabed and the UK’s shallow subsurface.
New geological maps of the Yorkshire Wolds to better inform groundwater management and policy decisions
The new mapping provides crucial data on localised geological issues that may assist in protecting water supplies.