In the past two decades, the China Geological Survey has made significant progress in geological research and exploration. Some key achievements include: • Deep-sea Exploration: The China Geological Survey has carried out deep-sea geological surveys and achieved important results. In 2017, they completed their survey of the western Pacific Ocean floor, discovering new types of minerals, hydrothermal vents and cold seeps. • Resource Exploration: China Geological Survey has made significant progress in the exploration and development of rare earth metals, oil and gas, coal and other mineral resources. For example, the agency discovered new deposits of rare earth metals in southern China and helped develop new extraction techniques for these valuable resources. • Prevention and Control of Geological Disasters: The China Geological Survey has also made important contributions to the prevention and control of geological disasters such as earthquakes, landslides, and tiankengs. The agency develops advanced monitoring and early warning systems to help reduce the impact of these disasters on people and property. After the Wenchuan earthquake in 2008, they played an important role in earthquake relief. A geological disaster early warning system has been developed and a geological disaster monitoring network has been established. • Technological Innovation: China Geological Survey has made significant progress in geological surveying and mapping technology, and developed a three-dimensional geological mapping system and a comprehensive geological environment monitoring system. These innovations help improve the accuracy and efficiency of geological surveys and resource exploration. • Public Education: The China Geological Survey has been actively involved in public education and publicity related to geological and environmental protection. The institution develops educational materials and programs for students and the general public, and works to raise awareness of the importance of geology and environmental conservation.
More Detailed Achievements of China Geological Survey • In 2003, the China Geological Survey discovered new reserves of rare earth metals in southern China, one of the largest in the world. • In 2012, the China Geological Survey launched a nationwide project to map the distribution of shale gas resources in China, which led to the discovery of new reserves of this important energy resource. • In 2014, the China Geological Survey discovered a new major gold deposit in China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region that has the potential to be one of the largest gold deposits in the world. • In 2021, the
Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences will participate in the Mars probe launch mission of the National Space Administration, including geological surveys and Mars surface exploration. == Nine Programs in Future ==