Geodiversity

Geodiversity

Geodiversity is the variety of rocks, minerals, fossils, soils and landscapes, together with the natural processes which form them. It is the link between geology, landscape, biodiversity and people - from where our ancestors first settled to where industry has developed.

Geodiversity Group

Covering the historic county of Lincolnshire, the Geodiversity Group is working towards the survey of locally important geological and geomorphological sites, their designation as Local Geological Sites and the drafting of a local Geodiversity Action Plan.

Geodiversity Action Plans

The UK Geodiversity Action Plan (UKGAP) sets out a framework for geodiversity action across the UK, providing common aims, objectives and targets which link national regional and local activities. It is a mechanism for encouraging partnership, influencing decision and policy makers and funding bodies, as well as promoting good practice. The UKGAP establishes a shared understanding of what is happening and what needs to happen to promote and conserve geodiversity, creating a process for measuring and reporting on progress and, importantly, celebrating success.

The Local Geodiversity Action Plan (LGAP) for the historic county of Lincolnshire has been published (see Documents - Geodiversity). It's aim is to promote action to conserve and enhance the diverse geological heritage of Lincolnshire whilst promoting and managing the sustainable use of its geodiversity resources.