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Nature-based solutions may seem too-good-to-be-true, but USGS is studying how these simple solutions provide benefits for people and the environment.

GOLDEN, Colo.  —  A new scientific mechanism for assessing the potential risk to worldwide mineral commodity supplies from seismic activity has been...

A new study has unveiled surprising findings about mercury pollution: where it comes from and how it moves through the environment varies...

The U.S. Geological Survey is pleased to announce the selection of Bill Werkheiser as the new Associate Director (AD) for the Water Resources Mission...

LEADVILLE, Colo.—The U.S. Geological Survey will be conducting a dye-tracing study in Lake Fork Creek, west of Leadville, downstream from the...

Today, July 12th, marks 50 years since the USGS headquarters in Reston, Virginia, was dedicated in 1974. This milestone turned a long-held vision into...

Geomagnetic storms can damage Earth-orbiting satellites, interfere with radio communication, cause blackouts, and damage high-voltage transformers. We...

Ocean-bottom seismographs are valuable tools for studying marine geohazards like subduction zone earthquakes. The USGS has partnered with the Woods...

Tropical Storm Beryl, which is responsible for at least 11 deaths as it wreaked havoc in the Caribbean islands earlier in this week, is projected to...

On Independence Day, fireworks light up the sky, captivating you with vibrant colors and thunderous booms. These dazzling displays owe their...