EDMAP

The U.S. GeoFramework Initiative (USGI) is constructing a multi-resolution, seamless national 2D and 3D geologic maps and framework models by leveraging previous and existing geologic mapping efforts by both the USGS and State Geological Surveys to provide new regional- to National-scale geologic syntheses and support digital databases for 21st Century geologic mappers and many end users. By...

EDMAP is the component of the NCGMP that funds universities to train the next generation of geologic mappers. EDMAP is a one-year, mentor-guided program designed to teach students geologic mapping techniques through rigorous field mapping. Colleges and universities in the United States and Puerto Rico are eligible to apply through an annual competitive grants process. Every Federal dollar that is...