Geologic Maps Standards

The Federal Geographic Data Committee created a single national standard for symbolizing lines, points, and areas shown on geologic maps.

Getting the GIS

GIS answers the hard questions that arise during mineral exploration.

Mapping Mineral Potential in Nevada

Web mapping site informs decision makers on mineral and energy land use in Nevada.

Q&A with Vale's Ana Maria Goncalves

Ana Maria Goncalves, information manager for Vale's exploration and project development division, explains how her company gets the most value out of data using geospatial technology.

National Geologic Map Database

Free downloads of geoscience maps, images, and data layers from the U.S. Geological Survey.

The resources in the earth's crust require sophisticated technology to discover, extract, and manage. Since mining is inherently spatial, requiring accurate knowledge of areas of the earth's surface and subsurface, geospatial technology is best suited to intelligently oversee all phases of the mine operation.

GIS gives mining companies the tools they need to operate mines responsibly and at optimum efficiency. It is a comprehensive, interoperable technology specifically designed to compile, process, display, analyze, and archive volumes of interdisciplinary data.

Success Stories

Learn how mining companies benefit from GIS:

• Etruscan Raises the Bar at its Youga Mine in Burkina Faso
• Closing the Discovery Gap
• Teck Cominco Looks to Future with New Global Exploration Technology Strategy [PDF]

See more case studies, demos, and books and literature.