Closure of OneGeology Initiative

After 18 years in operation, the OneGeology Initiative is now closed.

Over its lifetime, OneGeology brought together international partners in creating a global geological map - harnessing global data and schema standards alongside geological information systems to build a portal displaying a catalogue of federated national geological map datasets.

The decision to close the initiative comes after recognition of fulfilment of the body's original objectives. The project's membership wishes to extend its gratitude to founding members and key staff whose vision and drive created this impactful collaboration.

As part of its commitment to the sharing of geological intelligence, OneGeology resources remain available to all current and potential users. Discussion is ongoing with the Japanese Geological Survey to host an OneGeology portal within the CCOP region.

The Initiative's technical discussion group is to be migrated across to WCOGS to ensure an avenue for continued dialogue around geoscience data and delivery standards remains open.

Attention will now turn to creating a final publication of the initiatives - findings, documenting the lessons learnt and recognising the contribution of those who have secured its achievements.

If you require further information, please contact Garry Baker (grba@bgs.ac.uk).

Garry Baker

Director of BGS Informatics