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Geology in the Era of Sustainable Development: New Horizons for Resource Management Resource management is not only about economic benefit but also about responsibility to nature and society. In recent years, there has been growing attention to sustainable management of natural resources and the implementation of innovative technologies that minimize ecological risks during exploration and extraction of minerals. 🔬 Innovations and Digitalization Among the most promising directions is the digitalization of geological studies. The use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), unmanned technologies, and artificial intelligence in exploration and evaluation of deposits makes processes more accurate and safer. It also opens new opportunities for predicting geological processes and reducing risks at all stages of deposit development. 🌱 Environmental Consciousness in Resource Management Modern companies are increasingly implementing environmental standards in their activities, actively using methods aimed at reducing carbon footprints, restoring ecosystems, and minimizing waste. Examples of successful land rehabilitation projects after mineral extraction demonstrate the importance of considering long-term ecological impacts. 💬 How Can Resource Management Processes Be Improved? There is growing attention to the development of innovative extraction methods, such as hydrometallurgy and eco-mining, which allow the extraction of minerals with minimal environmental impact. 🌍 Global Trends Worldwide, there is increasing focus on the transition to sustainable energy and the adoption of "green" technologies in the mining industry. Interest in rare earth elements and next-generation oil and gas projects continues to grow, and every step in geology must meet the highest standards of safety and sustainability. 👥 What do you think about the current trends in geology and resource management? What, in your opinion, are the key steps to achieving a balance between economic development and environmental protection? Share your thoughts! Photo credit: JSC "National Geological Survey" #geology #resourcemanagement #ecology #innovation #sustainabledevelopment #hydrometallurgy #miningequipment #digitalization

The geoscience industry believes in responsible energy solutions through science-based regulations.

𝗚𝗲𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗘𝗢𝗖𝗢𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gB2GVX3R Here’s something to look forward to this December. Taguig City, Metro Manila, Philippines — September 3, 2024 The Geological Society of the Philippines (GSP) officially launched GEOCON 2024 at the PNOC Networking Hall. As the country’s leading geological conference, the launch provided an exclusive preview of the upcoming conference, set to take place on December 4 and 5, 2024. GEOCON 2024, a landmark conference, aims to shape the future of the geosciences in the Philippines, with a focus on sustainable solutions. GEOCON 2024 is expected to serve as a critical platform for fostering innovation, collaboration, and dialogue among professionals in the industry. The initial gathering was attended by approximately 60 prominent figures from the geological sector—including members of the GSP Board of Trustees, industry leaders, government representatives, academic experts, and representatives from the private sector. This launch marked a significant moment for the geological community, with key stakeholders gathering to celebrate the advancements in the field of geosciences in the Philippines. The highlight of the launch was the unveiling of the conference’s theme: “The Filipino Geologists – Bridging Geoscience, Technology, and Industry for a Better Philippines.” This theme reflects the essential role of Filipino geologists in addressing the nation’s environmental, economic, and societal challenges. Additionally, the theme shows importance of harnessing geoscientific knowledge and technological advancements to develop sustainable solutions that benefit both local communities and future generations. In his opening remarks, GSP President, Mr. Joey Nelson R. Ayson, expressed optimism for the upcoming conference. “GEOCON 2024 is more than just a platform for sharing scientific ideas. It is a call to action for geologists to commit to sustainable practices that protect our planet. Our theme reflects this dedication to responsible environmental stewardship.” Department of Energy Undersecretary, Mr. Alessandro O. Sales, was also present at the launch. In his keynote speech, he who pointed out the importance of collaboration between the geological community, government agencies, and industry leaders. Usec. Sales noted that such partnerships are crucial for tackling the country’s most pressing environmental issues and fostering a more resilient future.

Collaboration across all sectors of #geoscience is critical to ensure #society and #policymakers understand the essential role geosciences play in our everyday lives. Without better awareness and engagement we will struggle to attract the #geosciencetalent and #changeagents of the future who will : - Deliver on the #energytransition - Source #criticalminerals such as #lithium #copper #nickel #cobalt and rare others earth elements - Provide #groundengineering and #environmental assessments to support #construction, #transport and #infrastructure projects - Manage #naturalhazards and #wastestorage Therefore I am excited to be involved in this new #StrategicGeoscienceAlliance #GSA as representative of the #SubsurfaceTaskForce Skills group. I am curious to hear new perspectives from outside of my area of expertise in #energy to see how we can help drive change together.

Geology encompasses all of the Earth sciences and thus is multidisciplinary. It does not respect geopolitical borders, so it requires teamwork across disciplines and between nations. Applying geological solutions to climate change increasingly requires transdisciplinary teamwork. This extends well beyond the geosciences to inform on issues of universal concern, e.g., deployment of renewable energy, management of groundwater resources, mitigation of climate-induced geohazards, and more. To achieve sustainability and success in these fields, it is essential to employ knowledge of subsurface, land, and subsea geology for the discovery, tracking, preservation, regulation, and exploitation of resources. This knowledge also supports integrated and coherent surface and subsurface spatial planning and the creation of cohesive laws guided by scientific insights. This in turn requires multi-stakeholder collaboration between scientific and governmental agencies, industry, and civil society, from research design to data and knowledge application. Such a broad spectrum of engagement is at the heart of the concept of a Geological Service for Europe, founded on a long history of collaboration between the Geological Surveys of Europe –extending networks, fostering innovation, sharing knowledge, building capacity and common standards. Given the current lack of public knowledge and negative perceptions of geology, collaborative efforts based on objective science can have a significant impact on building trust. This contribution highlights the collaboration of the Geological Surveys of Europe with non-geoscientific partners in serving society, supporting nature, and delivering the Green Deal. Read the full paper ‘A Geological Service for Europe – building trust through interdisciplinary and intersectoral collaboration’ by Julie Hollis, Philippe Calcagno, Guillaume Bertrand, Ph.D., Daniel de Oliveira, Philippe Négrel, Enrique Díaz-Martínez, Francesco La Vigna, Eleftheria Poyiadji, Nathalie Tonné, Sytze van Heteren, Nicola Dakin, Klaus Hinsby, Peter van der Keur, Gunter Siddiqi, Dana Čápová and Francesco Pizzocolo. The article was published in issue 57 of the #EuropeanGeologist journal: https://lnkd.in/dC9SkecR Thanks to the sponsors of the #57 issue of the European Geologist Journal: Rockware Incorporated, Krantz, MiningiDEAS and Blastics Surface. - - EuroGeoSurveys GSEU - Geological Service for Europe

Hi All, A reminder that tomorrow is our October Tech Talk, presented by Dr Sarah Buckerfield from Geoscience Australia. Sarah would like to provide the opportunity for attendees to hang around to discuss future potential airborne geophysical surveys so be sure to come along! As usual, this talk will be open to both members, and non-members. Topic: A tale of paleo valleys and declining river flows: mapping the saline and fresh groundwater systems of the upper Darling floodplain and understanding the controls on their occurrence Presenter: Dr Sarah Buckerfield Where: WSP Office Sydney - Level 27 When: Tuesday 08 October Time: 17:30 for an 18:00 start Event Info: https://lnkd.in/gvhZxiNJ Online: Teams link has been provided on the event info page Abstract: Communities and ecosystems along the Darling-Baaka River have been impacted by critical water shortages and water quality issues including high salinity, algal blooms, and fish kills due to declining surface water flows. The river is characterised by naturally highly variable flows and is the primary water source for the region, but extraction and a meteorological drying trend associated with climate change have caused declines in discharge of 53–73% since the advent of post-settlement agriculture and industry. Understanding of the spatial extent, quality, and useability of lower salinity groundwater within the surrounding Darling Alluvium, which could provide an alternative and potentially more sustainable water source, was previously limited. Here we present the findings of an integrated study combining modelled ground and airborne geophysical data, groundwater and surface water levels, hydrochemistry, lithology, and remote sensing data to delineate groundwater systems and understand the geological and hydrological controls on their occurrence. The resolution and breadth of datasets acquired and collated permit mapping of the key factors controlling occurrence and quality of groundwater aquifers, namely basement topography and hydrostratigraphy, groundwater-surface water dynamics, and inter-aquifer connectivity. On this basis the study area can be sub-divided into regions with distinctive aquifer distribution and quality, recharge mechanisms, and pressure gradients between aquifers. We also showed that the groundwater levels in the unconfined aquifer have declined, an expected outcome of the decline in discharge in the Darling-Baaka River which forms the primary recharge mechanism for the alluvial aquifers. These outputs have direct implications for key management questions including location and quantity of potentially useable groundwater, risk of saline groundwater up-coning or discharging to the river, and likelihood of groundwater extraction impacting river flows and groundwater dependent ecosystems.

Demystifying Geosciences: The Backbone of Sustainable Development. Did you know Geosciences impacts every aspect of our lives & supports Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)? From renewable energy to water management, Geoscience encompasses: - Hydrology & water resources. - Volcanology & geohazard mitigation. - Geothermal energy & critical minerals. - GIS & remote sensing for environmental monitoring. Are you a Geoscientist ? Here is a chance to help shape the future of Geoscience! The Geological Society is updating its careers resources and needs YOUR expertise! Share your experiences and inspire the next generation of geoscientists. Take Action: Fill out the survey: https://ow.ly/wRyL50TqSTX Your insights will guide students and young professionals in: - Research - Energy - Environmental science - And more! Let's empower the future of Geoscience! ————————— 𝑰 𝒂𝒎 𝒂 𝑮𝒆𝒐𝒔𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒔𝒕 𝒐𝒏 𝒂 𝒎𝒊𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒐 𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝒈𝒆𝒐𝒍𝒐𝒈𝒚 𝒊𝒏 𝒂 𝒔𝒊𝒎𝒑𝒍𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒆𝒙𝒄𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒂𝒚, 𝒘𝒉𝒊𝒍𝒆 𝒂𝒅𝒗𝒐𝒄𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒔𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒐𝒖𝒓𝒄𝒆𝒔 𝒆𝒙𝒑𝒍𝒐𝒊𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏. #Geosciences #SDGs #CareersInGeoscience Geology for Global Development

E-An Zen Geoscience Outreach Grant Applications Now Open for 2024! Applications for the 2024 E-An Zen Geoscience Outreach Grant are being accepted now through July 10, 2024! Two grants, in the amount of $1,500 each, are awarded for projects that promote outreach to the lay-public in any areas of the geosciences. Do you have an interesting concept that will engage and enlighten your fellow citizens in matters of Earth science? Perhaps an innovative idea on how to bolster communications with public officials? Or, maybe, you are seeking to augment an existing outreach effort? Apply for an E-An Zen Geoscience Grant. There is a quick review and award cycle; application deadline is July 10, 2024 with notification of awards anticipated August 31, 2024. Application materials should be sent in a single PDF to G&S Division Past-Chair Dr. Lily Jackson at lily.jackson@uwyo.edu Follow this link to get started and see examples of past projects: https://lnkd.in/eZzKFFgX Cartoon: Average Familiarity by xkcd A little about Dr. E-An Zen by Susan Stover Born in Peking China in 1928, Zen immigrated to the U.S. at the age of 18. His formal education was from Cornell (bachelor’s degree) and Harvard (master’s and doctorate degrees). Most of his career was at USGS, his home for thirty years.  Zen integrated field and lab data on various tectonic settings and developed cohesive petrogenic models of the evolution of Earth’s crust. Zen was a member and Fellow in several professional organizations including GSA, where he also served as President (1991-1992).  His work was recognized with many awards throughout his remarkable career.  The author John McPhee wrote that Zen “is approximately as exotic as the rocks he studies” (Travels of the Rock in Irons in the Fire, 1997). Very exacting in this thinking, Zen was concerned about the often-interchangeable words of restoration and rehabilitation.  The former he considered impractical; nature is never static. He encouraged us to “beware of our ignorance dressed as knowledge…  [and] of unintended consequences of hubris and conceit masquerading as wisdom”.  Zen stressed the important role geologists have to inform and advise governments about environmental problems.  He established this grant to support programs that bring geologic knowledge to the public.

Hi All, We are just under two weeks away from our October Tech Talk. The Talk will be hosted by Dr Sarah Buckerfield from Geoscience Australia. Sarah would like to provide the opportunity for attendees to hang around to discuss future potential airborne geophysical surveys so be sure to come along! A reminder that these talks are open to both members and non-members, so feel free to join us in person or online! Topic: A tale of paleo valleys and declining river flows: mapping the saline and fresh groundwater systems of the upper Darling floodplain and understanding the controls on their occurrence Presenter: Dr Sarah Buckerfield Where: WSP Office Sydney - Level tbc When: Tuesday 08 October Time: 17:30 for an 18:00 start Event Info: https://lnkd.in/gvhZxiNJ Online: Teams link has been provided on the event info page Abstract: Communities and ecosystems along the Darling-Baaka River have been impacted by critical water shortages and water quality issues including high salinity, algal blooms, and fish kills due to declining surface water flows. The river is characterised by naturally highly variable flows and is the primary water source for the region, but extraction and a meteorological drying trend associated with climate change have caused declines in discharge of 53–73% since the advent of post-settlement agriculture and industry. Understanding of the spatial extent, quality, and useability of lower salinity groundwater within the surrounding Darling Alluvium, which could provide an alternative and potentially more sustainable water source, was previously limited. Here we present the findings of an integrated study combining modelled ground and airborne geophysical data, groundwater and surface water levels, hydrochemistry, lithology, and remote sensing data to delineate groundwater systems and understand the geological and hydrological controls on their occurrence. The resolution and breadth of datasets acquired and collated permit mapping of the key factors controlling occurrence and quality of groundwater aquifers, namely basement topography and hydrostratigraphy, groundwater-surface water dynamics, and inter-aquifer connectivity. On this basis the study area can be sub-divided into regions with distinctive aquifer distribution and quality, recharge mechanisms, and pressure gradients between aquifers. We also showed that the groundwater levels in the unconfined aquifer have declined, an expected outcome of the decline in discharge in the Darling-Baaka River which forms the primary recharge mechanism for the alluvial aquifers. These outputs have direct implications for key management questions including location and quantity of potentially useable groundwater, risk of saline groundwater up-coning or discharging to the river, and likelihood of groundwater extraction impacting river flows and groundwater dependent ecosystems.

Hi All, Todays the day for our October Tech Talk, presented by Dr Sarah Buckerfield from Geoscience Australia! Sarah would like to provide the opportunity for attendees to hang around to discuss future potential airborne geophysical surveys so be sure to come along! As usual, this talk will be open to both members, and non-members. Topic: A tale of paleo valleys and declining river flows: mapping the saline and fresh groundwater systems of the upper Darling floodplain and understanding the controls on their occurrence Presenter: Dr Sarah Buckerfield Where: WSP Office Sydney - Level 27 When: Tuesday 08 October Time: 17:30 for an 18:00 start Event Info: https://lnkd.in/gvhZxiNJ Online: Teams link has been provided on the event info page Abstract: Communities and ecosystems along the Darling-Baaka River have been impacted by critical water shortages and water quality issues including high salinity, algal blooms, and fish kills due to declining surface water flows. The river is characterised by naturally highly variable flows and is the primary water source for the region, but extraction and a meteorological drying trend associated with climate change have caused declines in discharge of 53–73% since the advent of post-settlement agriculture and industry. Understanding of the spatial extent, quality, and useability of lower salinity groundwater within the surrounding Darling Alluvium, which could provide an alternative and potentially more sustainable water source, was previously limited. Here we present the findings of an integrated study combining modelled ground and airborne geophysical data, groundwater and surface water levels, hydrochemistry, lithology, and remote sensing data to delineate groundwater systems and understand the geological and hydrological controls on their occurrence. The resolution and breadth of datasets acquired and collated permit mapping of the key factors controlling occurrence and quality of groundwater aquifers, namely basement topography and hydrostratigraphy, groundwater-surface water dynamics, and inter-aquifer connectivity. On this basis the study area can be sub-divided into regions with distinctive aquifer distribution and quality, recharge mechanisms, and pressure gradients between aquifers. We also showed that the groundwater levels in the unconfined aquifer have declined, an expected outcome of the decline in discharge in the Darling-Baaka River which forms the primary recharge mechanism for the alluvial aquifers. These outputs have direct implications for key management questions including location and quantity of potentially useable groundwater, risk of saline groundwater up-coning or discharging to the river, and likelihood of groundwater extraction impacting river flows and groundwater dependent ecosystems.