New scoping report on the material requirements for a UK hydrogen economy

The UK Critical Minerals Intelligence Centre has produced a scoping report that examines the aims of the UK with regards to developing a hydrogen economy, and the sustainability of these targets, given current metal loadings. The report also provides some suggestions for overcoming potential challenges that the UK may face in securing raw materials to support these aims.

In other news

BGS unveils #TheCommoditree at Glastonbury 2023 The new installation is part of a unique touring festival stand showcasing how modern lifestyles wouldn't be possible without rocks and minerals.

CMIC publishes scoping study on metals used in specialist alloys in the aerospace industry The recent scoping study assesses the application, importance and supply-chain risks associated with specialist alloys used in the aerospace and defence industries.

Geological Society honours BGS scientists The Geological Society has recognised the contributions of two members of BGS: director Dr Karen Hanghøj and volcanologist Dr Samantha Engwell.

NERC recognised by the Carbon Trust for its step towards net zero The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) has achieved the ‘taking action’ tier of the Carbon Trust’s Route to Net Zero Standard.

Join the BGS mine water geothermal partnership project BGS is developing a joint partnership project to support the advancement of mine water geothermal technologies. We are looking for partners who are interested in combining resources to help address key questions.

On the blog

Update on progress at the UK Geoenergy Observatory in Cheshire Drilling operations are currently ongoing at the UKGEOS Cheshire site. Find out more about the progress made to date.

Harare’s clean drinking water challenge Researchers from BGS and partners in Zimbabwe report on the urban water supply challenge in the capital city, Harare.

Net Zero Week 2023 - Join us and other stakeholders across a week of free webinars

Net Zero Week is the Government and industry-backed national awareness week. Built on collaboration, it offers all stakeholders a dedicated platform to voice opinions, share evidence, explore strategy, and highlight solutions in our shared journey towards net zero.

It is being held, for the third year, between the 1 and 7 July 2023 and will host a free-to-attend webinar series aimed at all businesses and the many professionals tackling net zero, including supply chain actors, policymakers, management teams, engineers, consultants, and the c-suite.

Hear from over 50+ experts sharing insight and commentary. Everyone is welcome including international delegates. All webinars are in English.

Beneath the surface: CO2 and energy storage for net zero

Did you know that the subsurface holds the key to our journey towards net zero? Join BGS on July 4 for a special Net Zero Week webinar - 'Beneath the surface: CO2 and energy storage for net zero. Learn more and reserve your ticket online.