BGS' Senior Mineral Commodity Geologist @EPetavratzi discusses the role of batteries and fuel cells in achieving #NetZero with Lords Science & Technology Committee. Watch it here: ➡️ parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/c1… #COP26 #FuelCells #CriticalMaterials

⁦Following a long day of heavy-duty corporate discussions in York today ⁦British Geological Survey⁩ senior team had a complete change of scene with an evening trip to the amazing @yorkghostmerchants shop in The Shambles

The directions of true, grid and magnetic north will, for the first time, coincide at various locations in Great Britain between 2022 and 2026. ow.ly/feeZ50HcWCq #BGSHighlights

Textbook landslide viewed from the beach at Mundesley on the NE Norfolk coast earlier today #geologymatters ⁦BGS Landslides⁩ ⁦British Geological Survey⁩

A coronal hole is expected to enhance geomagnetic activity to STORM levels, increasing chances of seeing the aurora in Scotland, Northern Ireland and the north of England (if you are lucky to have clear sky, low light pollution and a good pair of thermals).

Very happy that my work with the POST team has been published today. Mining is a vital industry, and the energy transition will mean we need more metals in the future. This report outline the environmental and social impacts of our resource consumption. How can we do better?

Join us on 16 & 17 of March for the #MineWaterEnergy2022 symposium, for discussions on mine water usage, geothermal energy potential and the latest sector developments. View the programme here: ow.ly/U1Jy50HYP6U International Energy Agency @CoalAuthority @beisgovuk

The USGS has released a new list of 50 mineral commodities critical to the U.S. economy and national security after an extensive multi-agency assessment. The list reflects America’s vulnerability to #criticalminerals supply chain disruptions. #minerals ow.ly/S5tm50I1x9f

Proud of British Geological Survey for installing #ASHP in 2022 to decarbonise and comfortably heat to our map store buildings. @k_hanghoj Andrew Bloodworth #NetZero Natural Environment Research Council Cabinet Office @HolgerHke need more of this! GSHP next...

A secure supply of minerals and metals is vital for the UK economy. Published today is the latest UK Minerals Yearbook from BGS www2.bgs.ac.uk/mineralsuk/dow… full of fascinating facts and figures on domestic UK production + our international trade in these important raw materials

Delighted to host Industry Minister Lee Rowley & Ruth Edwards MP today for the official launch of the Critical Minerals Intelligence Centre at our headquarters in Keyworth. bgs.ac.uk/news/uks-first…

Critical raw materials are essential in the move to #NetZero. Here, Andrew Bloodworth outlines what they are, where they're found & their role in a greener future 🎧 Spotify: ow.ly/gy3d50FmCJ8 🎧 Apple: ow.ly/vaNP50FmCKp 🎧 Google: ow.ly/UOzx50FmCMF #NetZeroWeek

The BGS minerals yearbook 2021 is available online. The research provides decision makers with reliable, up-to-date information on the UK’s minerals industry and quantifies its impact on the economy. bgs.ac.uk/news/uk-minera… #NetZeroWeek

Download the CMIC Battery Minerals Report, which introduces #lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), their key components, and considers the key drivers for developing a domestic LIB manufacturing sector, including the importance of the automotive sector. ow.ly/vtxS50K9R2b

Come and work for us as a Minerals Commodity Analyst researching global and UK minerals, and metals markets. This is an exciting opportunity to take a key role in the new UK Critical Minerals Intelligence Centre bgs.ac.uk/download/vacan…

Heavy traffic on South Georgia today, we advise allowing extra time for your journey and looking into alternative routes where possible 🐧

Nuclear power currently provides 15% of the UK’s electricity, but most existing power stations are set to close by 2030. Our latest POSTnote looks at plans for new nuclear power stations, and how nuclear might contribute to emission reduction targets: post.parliament.uk/research-brief…

Representing British Geological Survey here Mining Indaba, come and see us on the UK stand G26

Great news, and good luck Corinna. It's a fantastic role to have and never a dull moment!