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Funding for a new type of mass spectrometer to aid net zero research

This new instrument will be used to characterise the geochemistry of microscopic, solid-rock materials.

Environmental understanding: adapting to a changing climate

From food security to mitigating geohazard risks, environmental understanding is essential for mitigation and resilience in a changing climate.

Going underground

Why the subsurface is vital in delivering a net zero carbon economy

BGS responds to Government’s ambitious Ten Point Plan for net zero transition

BGS has welcomed the Government’s Ten Point Plan for a Green Industrial Revolution which highlights the importance of geology and the ongoing need to support essential geoscientific research that will underpin the UK’s long term energy transition.

Geoscience solutions for net zero

In November 2021, the UK will host the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow. The BGS will demonstrate where UK geoscience can assist emerging climate action.

A long, hard look underground is required to reach net zero, say experts