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Future of the subsurface

Foresight project examining the future role, uses and planning of the subsurface.

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This Foresight project is looking at the range of current and future uses of the subsurface, including:

  • infrastructure
  • sustainable water management
  • geothermal energy
  • use of finite space
  • climate adaptation

The project is adopting a systems approach to analyse and map present and future cross-sectoral demands on the subsurface. It aims to inform future-resilient UK policies for planning, coordination, and regulation.

Published 25 August 2023