Resource Assessments

USGS maintains its core strengths in characterizing and understanding complex Earth and biological systems through research; modeling; highly accurate topographic, geologic, hydrographic, and biogeographic maps; and delivery of high-quality earth observation data. Programs include cooperative data collection systems, cross-boundary synthesis, and scientific data delivery for users worldwide. USGS...

USGS provides science and data on occurrence and distribution of geologic resources, including current and future energy resources and their wastes, and available carbon storage capacity. We also address environmental and socioeconomic effects of resource occurrence, extraction, use, and disposal. USGS provides reliable information to answer your questions and provide assistance related to...

Information about water resources is fundamental to national and local economic well-being, protection of life and property, and effective management. The USGS works with domestic and international partners to monitor, assess, and conduct targeted research on a wide range of water resource conditions, including streamflow, groundwater, water quality, and water use and availability. USGS provides...