BRGM in the news

BRGM Réunion was awarded a Gold Medal of Honour for its vital role in responding to cyclone Garance and supporting natural hazard management in Overseas France.

BRGM and the French Ministry for Overseas France signed a three-year framework agreement to enhance collaboration on geological research and resource management in overseas territories.

BRGM is helping update France's critical minerals inventory to support energy transitions and is partnering with a science TV channel to explain this to the public.

BRGM Éditions released three new guidebooks explaining regional geology and its connection to local environments and culture.

BRGM produced a detailed map in Nov 2025 showing groundwater levels and trends across France using long-term monitoring data.

BRGM published an educational geological map of Lyon showing rock types, groundwater, and geological risks with a detailed legend and 3D sections.

A large magma reservoir containing significant liquid magma was discovered deep under Mayotte, linked to the 2018-2019 undersea volcanic eruption.

BRGM's MONA 3D model simulates Aquitaine's groundwater flow to support sustainable water resource management and extraction planning.

BRGM introduced BRGM mag, a free, accessible magazine covering Earth science solutions for climate and resource challenges, targeting diverse stakeholders.

BRGM manages safety, surveillance, and research related to post-mining risk prevention and knowledge preservation in France.

PFAS are persistent environmental pollutants monitored and researched by BRGM to support France's action plan on their detection, impact, and remediation.

BRGM advanced its geological research and environmental projects in 2024, growing its business and updating its strategy to support ecological transition and climate adaptation.

BRGM and Cap Digital launched a competition to use AI for analyzing geochemical data to improve mineral exploration through anomaly mapping and interpretation.

BRGM monitors and manages groundwater resources in France to address climate change impacts, pollution, and overuse, supporting sustainable water availability and quality.

BRGM works to secure and promote responsible, sustainable mineral resource supply through exploration, processing innovation, and recycling amid rising demand and geopolitical risks.

BRGM advances geoscience by using digital technologies to collect, model, and share subsurface data, aiming for more predictive and open scientific knowledge.

BRGM and the DRC's National Geological Survey launched a project to develop a digital geoscience data bank and train staff, enhancing resource management and mining research.

BRGM's 2024 science strategy sets research priorities and goals for the next decade to address socio-economic and environmental challenges related to ground and subsurface, supported by a 2023-2027 government contract.