Geology for the Economy
This page is part of the Geology for Society publication.
Geology plays an essential role in many areas of the economy.
Economic growth and sustainability, as well as societal wellbeing, will require reliable supplies of energy and mineral resources, a dependable supply of clean water and the secure and sustainable production of food. All this will be contingent on sustained investment in technology, infrastructure, education and skills development.
Geoscientist Magazine
- Groundwater and sustainable development - Nov 2016
- Demystifying exploration for the City – July 2012
- Operation Tethys – On repairing irrigation systems in Afghanistan, July 2011
- What is geology worth to the UK? – February 2011, David Manning
Geology for Society
Aimed at policy and decision-makers as well as the wider public, 'Geology for Society' outlines the importance of geology to our society.