Bureau of Economic Geology
Research
Austin, Texas 8,478 followers
Where Energy, the Environment and the Economy Converge
About us
Established in 1909, the Bureau of Economic Geology is the oldest organized research unit of The University of Texas. The Bureau is the State Geological Survey of Texas, and its Director is the State Geologist. Bureau researchers spearhead basic and applied research projects globally in energy resources and economics, coastal and environmental studies, land resources and use, geologic and mineral mapping, hydrogeology, geochemistry, and subsurface nanotechnology. The Bureau provides advisory, educational, technical, and informational services related to the resources and geology of Texas, the nation, and the world.
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http://www.beg.utexas.edu/
External link for Bureau of Economic Geology
- Industry
- Research
- Company size
- 201-500 employees
- Headquarters
- Austin, Texas
- Type
- Educational
- Founded
- 1909
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10100 Burnet Rd Bldg 130
Austin, Texas 78758-4445, US
Employees at Bureau of Economic Geology
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Ramon Trevino
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Ning Lin
Chief Economist
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Dena Miller
Executive Assistant for Energy and Environment Divisions at Bureau of Economic Geology; and interim EA for Interim Director of the Bureau.
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Mohsen Ahmadian
Principal at the Advanced Energy Consortium at the University of Texas Founder @ Advanced Energy and Environmental Technology Solutions Inc.
Updates
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Bureau researchers recently conducted a thorough, multi-disciplinary study in Presidio County, determining that geothermal resource development in the area looks economically viable. Learn more about the impact of this fascinating research here: https://lnkd.in/gTQ6PS84
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Earth has two types of crust that move over its surface. Oceanic crust consists of denser minerals, while continental crust is less dense, allowing it to protrude to variable elevations. Today's EarthDate digs into Earth's two types of crusts. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gGzM95bP
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Bureau of Economic Geology reposted this
A geothermal warm welcome to the Geothermal House Austin stage Ken Wisian Ph.D., Major General USAF (ret) of the The University of Texas at Austin Bureau of Economic Geology. Ken will participate in a timely panel entitled “MAGA to MAGMA: How Drill Baby Drill Can Deliver Climate Progress” Welcome Ken. Let’s go! 🔥👊🔥 Join us at Geothermal House Austin on March 11th for a fully immersive geothermal experience that blends #art, #science, a full day of vibrant programming, and a lot of fun! Come find us on 3rd across from the convention center! RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/ePxhdVgH 🌋 #drillbabydrill #geothermal #energy #magma #oilandgas #drillers #austin #futureofenergy #energysecurity #ai #datacenters #txgea #texas #txlege #nationalsecurity #sxsw #sx #atx #sxsw2025 #climate #renewables
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We are excited to announce a lecture on Sustainability and Innovation in Seismic Data Acquisition that will be presented by Andrea Crook, the CEO of OptiSeis Solutions Ltd. and a distinguished member of Canadian Society of Exploration Geophysicists - CSEG. The lecture will be held exclusively in-person at the Bureau of Economic Geology (Main Conference Room, 1.202) on Friday, March 14, 2025 at 2:00 PM. If you are in Austin, this is a unique opportunity to engage with geophysics experts, ask questions, and connect with Andrea Crook face-to-face. We look forward to seeing you there! #Geophysics, #SeismicSurvey, #SubsurfaceImaging, #CriticalMineralExploration, #SeismicSources
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Bureau of Economic Geology reposted this
With Geothermal House DC #MAGMA coming fast down the pike next week, we’re thrilled to announce the next event in our #GeothermalHouse series for 2025—Geothermal House in #Austin, Texas on March 11th! 🌋 Geothermal House is an immersive educational experience that blends #art and #science while doubling as the hottest party in town. 🔥🔥🔥 Expect a full day of electrifying onstage programming, our ‘Journey to the Center of the Earth’ VR experience, the GeoMap experience, geothermal-themed food & drinks, and the ultimate energy gathering—all happening alongside #SXSW2025. Come explore how we can #DrillBabyDrill our way into the future of #energy. 🚨 RSVP is required! Secure your spot now: https://lnkd.in/dc4Au6qD #TXGEA #Texas #Geothermal #Drilling #FutureOfEnergy
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Bureau of Economic Geology reposted this
🕶️ 🌼 🌥️ It's almost springtime, everyone! Help us celebrate by tuning in to the newest episode, in which Edson Wendland describes the potential expansion of irrigation and global food production! Tune-in here: https://lnkd.in/g7SdGiF4
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