Geological Survey Ireland - A division of @Dept_ECC. Groundwater:@GsiGroundwater INFOMAR:@followtheboats Tellus:@TellusGSIGeological Survey Ireland is the national earth science knowledge centre. We provide data and maps on Ireland's subsurface and act as a research collaborator.

Core values

- **Sustainable Development and Environmental Protection**: GSI provides high-quality data and advice that are crucial for the sustainable development of Ireland's natural resources, minimizing environmental impacts, and informing decision-making in environmental protection and spatial planning[2].
- **Economic Contribution**: GSI supports the mining sector, which contributes to the economy, and promotes mineral exploration while ensuring social and environmental impacts are minimized[1].
- **Public Awareness and Education**: GSI engages in public outreach, education, and awareness programs, which help in understanding geoscience topics relevant to society, such as natural hazards, climate change, and the marine environment[2].
- **Research and Job Creation**: GSI stimulates and supports geoscience research, provides funding for various projects, and participates in job creation and retention through initiatives like the Geo-Driller Apprenticeship[2].
- **Community Engagement**: The Tellus survey program, for example, involves extensive stakeholder engagement, ensuring that local communities, landowners, and farmers are informed and involved in the survey operations[4].