News Releases

USGS Critical Minerals Study: Bans on Gallium and Germanium Exports Could Cost the U.S. Billions

U.S. Geological Survey Grants More than $4.8M to States to Preserve Vital Geologic Data and to Support Infrastructure Development

Millions in the U.S. may rely on groundwater contaminated with PFAS for drinking water supplies

Estimates according to a new USGS predictive model. Exposure to some PFAS may lead to adverse health risks.

Unlocking Arkansas' Hidden Treasure: USGS Uses Machine Learning to Show Large Lithium Potential in the Smackover Formation

Trees in cities are beyond shady

Recent study shows tree cover in some cities has a stronger cooling effect than in others around the country

USGS Coastal Change Experts Warn of Heightened Risks for Florida’s West Coast as Hurricane Milton Approaches in the aftermath of Helene

The state’s entire west coast projected to become eroded and overwashed

USGS deploys sensors along Florida’s Gulf Coast to measure impacts of Hurricane Milton