GSI Groundwater & Geothermal Unit

A very interesting opportunity to find out more about using the heat beneath our feet. Not only that, but using a void that already exists. Win-win! #geothermal #decarbonisation #minewater

⚠️ Earthquake Update! M1.5 #earthquake in the Irish Sea from 2025/05/22, recorded by stations of the Irish National Seismic Network (INSN) @DIAS_Dublin @GeolSurvIE @quakeshake_ #DIASdiscovers

📢New online course - Farmland Pollinator Friendly Hedgerows. Hedgerows are the most biodiversity-rich habitat in Ireland's farmed landscape and are hugely important to farmers, growers and for #farmlandbiodiversity Find out more and try the course➡️ bit.ly/4kfgYHj

Check out the new online course on Farmland Pollinator Friendly Hedgerows 🐄🐏🌳🐝🪰🦋 bit.ly/4kfgYHj #festivaloffarmlandbiodiversity #farmlandbiodiversity

Today’s Invasive Species Week Theme is Check Clean Dry ⛵🚣‍♀️🎣 Invasive species from all over the world have been introduced to Irish waters and impact our freshwater environment. #CheckCleanDry to stop their spread. #INNSWeek shorturl.at/8Yuia youtube.com/watch?v=oxp4k3…

Why did we commission Darcy's Tale? Groundwater flooding is often overlooked, and many people are unprepared for its devastation. That's why we commissioned Darcy's Tale to raise awareness about its impacts. 👉 Join the conversation at orlo.uk/Lets_Talk_Grou…

Did you know BGS offers free lesson plans? These resources are designed to support interdisciplinary lessons on energy for 11–14 year olds. They include a teacher guide, an introductory video, worksheets and a class certificate. Download here: bgs.ac.uk/discovering-ge…

✈️🌍 Stockholm Airport uses geothermal energy to reduce energy consumption! In summer, cold water from an aquifer cools the airport, and in winter, it’s used for heating & snow melting. This innovative use of geothermal energy is a perfect example of how airports can reduce…

As we enter the New Year, attention will soon shift to ploughing and cultivation. With this in mind, Specialist at @TeagascCrops, Ciaran Collins reminds us why it is essential to adhere to buffer zones near water sources: bit.ly/4gGkfxP

On Friday, 13 December, @GeolSurvIE , @Dept_ECC announced the winners of the annual Du Noyer Photographic Competition. All winning photos can be viewed on our website here: (gsi.ie) Thanks to @IrishGeological for supporting the competition.

🏘️ Geothermal Heating & Cooling 🌍 Empowering authorities with EU guidance ensures smart geothermal solutions for buildings, industry, and agriculture—driving investments in urban and rural areas. 💼 Innovative models like Renewable Heating & Cooling Purchase Agreements unlock…

The 3rd National Geothermal summit is underway in Dublin Castle. Ian Devlin of @Dept_ECC giving us an update on policy in relation to geothermal energy

Last session of the conference 'Science for Hazards' promises to be a good one, especially in terms of our uncertain climate. Keynote address by Conor Quinlan @EPAIreland and panelists Xavier Monteys, Charise McKoen and Ted McCormack of @GeolSurvIE and Patrick Hall, @opwireland

We're into Session 3 now 'Science for Climate Change' with a keynote address from Kevin Motherway @CARO and a panel of Conor Murphy, Taly Hunter Williams, Rosemary Lawlor and Patrick Wall

Session 1 is underway. Important discussion from Laura Burke, Director General of @EPAIreland, Rick Officer CEO @MarineInst and @DenisNaughten TD Inter-Parlimentary Union Working Group on science & technology on Science for Policy

All set for a great day of #Geoscience2024, Science for Society @GeolSurvIE, @Dept_ECC in Dublin Castle

💡🔍 Get Ready for Session 2 at Geothermal Innovation Days 2024! 🔍💡 Curious about the key topics we’ll explore? Join us as we focus on Funding Research and Innovation! 🔸 Financial support for innovation 🔸 EU Funding Programme 🔸 Other funding opportunities 🔸 Funding…

Looking forward to listening to this!!!