Publications
Geology of the Dingle Peninsula-A field guide
Published 22 May 2018
This geological field guide to the Dingle Peninsula includes detailed and richly illustrated descriptions and interpretations of localities where key elements of Dingle geology can be examined. A new 1:50,000 bedrock geological map of the peninsula is also included.
Bedrock Geology of the UK and Ireland Map 1:1.25M scale
Published 10 August 2017
We collaborated with our colleagues in the British Geological Survey and the Geological Survey of Northern Ireland to publish a summary map for Britain and Ireland, derived from our respective national maps. The map is intended primarily as a teaching resource and geological summary for international projects.
Quaternary Geological Map of Ireland 1:500,000
Published 10 August 2017
This All-Ireland Quaternary geology map at 1:500,000 scale is an amalgamation of Quaternary maps from Ireland and Northern Ireland, a joint project between GSI and GSNI.
Rosguill Peninsula, Co. Donegal – Bedrock Special Sheet 1:12,000 Scale
Published 1 August 2016
Our Geological Mapping Programme has teamed up with Prof Bernard Anderson to produce a special sheet (1:12,000) of his previously unpublished detailed bedrock mapping of Rosguill Peninsula, Donegal.
Preliminary Groundwater Total Hardness Map
Published 4 November 2015
Groundwater hardness arises mainly from the solution of limestone into groundwater. Many Irish industrial and domestic water users are concerned about the hardness of their water and invest in water softeners to counteract the impacts of hard water.
Bedrock Geology of Ireland Map Scale 1 to 1 Million
Published 1 September 2014
Bedrock Geology of Ireland Map 1:1M scale
Understanding Earth Processes Rocks and the Geology of Ireland
Published 1 September 2004
The book is written primarily as a resource for teachers, but will also be of interest to members of the general public who would like to know more about rocks and the origins of the landscapes of Ireland.