British Geological Survey

We are expecting an increase in geomagnetic activity over the next few days due to increased solar activity, with a possibility that conditions may reach up to STORM G3 - and therefore a chance to see the aurora borealis in the UK! Two Coronal mass ejections (CME) left the Sun at approximately 00:30 UT and 07:30 UT on 13 April. The second, faster and larger CME is expected to combine with the first slower one and arrive simultaneously, late on 15 April or early 16 April and predicted to lead to significant enhancement in geomagnetic activity, making storm periods likely. Assuming clear dark skies, there is an increased chance of seeing the aurora tomorrow and on Wednesday night. Those in Scotland, northern England and Northern Ireland have the best chance if the weather is favourable.

Due to high demand, we've added another free CPD session. Spaces are now available for 26 June: https://lnkd.in/eY2e9qJd

Using microwave frequencies, remote sensing satellites measure ground deformation from orbit, helping scientists monitor natural hazards and keep communities informed and prepared. But could satellites also see us waving? 👋🛰️ Listen to our new podcast, Core Questions, to find out: https://ow.ly/VZel50Vz2Ky

Attention, primary school teachers! We're hosting a FREE Continuing Professional Development (CPD) session on 25 June at the Natural History Museum. Our BGS geologists will guide you through all you need to know to teach rocks, fossils and soils to KS2 classes. The day will focus on expanding your own knowledge of the subject matter, to enable you to develop lesson plans that work for your class. To do this we will look at incredible rock, fossil and mineral samples, share resources to help you plan your lessons, and try out some fun demos with instructions for recreation in the classroom. Pre-booking is required and places are limited so book early! https://lnkd.in/ggPZRHCf

Dr Gavin Mudd, Director of the BGS-led Critical Minerals Intelligence Centre is quoted in today's Financial Times and calls for more support from governments to build rare earth supply. "If we are to create diversified, resilient and responsible supply chains for rare earths, governments of the world need to make sure that we build not only mines but refineries, manufacturing plants and recycling facilities.” https://lnkd.in/eyGTztNw #criticalminerals #rareearths #criticalrawmaterials

  We were pleased to provide expert geoscientific advice to University of York's of deep geothermal project and look forward to the first of a kind research and innovation in the coming months and years.

The #MineWaterEnergy2025 programme is now live! Join us for two days of talks from global experts discussing geothermal energy, with a focus on mine water heating, cooling and storage schemes worldwide. View the programme here: https://lnkd.in/eYDRzY2T

Future projections for mineral demand highlight vulnerabilities in UK supply chain 🪨⛏️ Recent foresight studies reveal that the UK may require as much as 40 per cent of the global lithium supply to meet anticipated demand by 2030. Published by the BGS-led UK Critical Minerals Intelligence Centre (CMIC), the studies quantify UK demand requirements and global supply challenges for materials required by technologies essential to the energy transition. The reports, which were commissioned by the Department for Business and Trade, identify risks that could result in bottlenecks in material supply due to limited UK-based supply chains, a reliance on international markets and growing global competition. All of which could have a detrimental impact on the economy. The approach taken to quantify demand for specific technologies, while also providing a comprehensive overview across various decarbonisation technologies, is unique. This methodology will enable the UK to make strategic decisions to enhance the security of the supply chains these technologies depend on. For further information and to access the studies, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e_hRHMv5 #energytransition #criticalminerals #supplychains #lithium #decarbonisation #criticalrawmaterials

Delighted to see the Eddleston Water Project in Scotland win the UK River Prize Gold Standard award for monitoring evidence and influence. BGS has provided much of the groundwater monitoring for the project, which looks at natural ways to prevent flooding, including natural flow restrictors, native tree planting and remeandering the river itself. So far, the project estimates to have prevented almost £1 million in flood damages downstream, as well as habitat restoration for wildlife and natural recovery of the local area. Watch the video below for more information: https://lnkd.in/ercaST4E Congratulations to all! Tweed Forum Scottish Government Scottish Environment Protection Agency University of Dundee UK River Restoration Centre (RRC)