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Popular geology


Popularization of geosciences represents an integral part of the activities of specialists of the Czech Geological Survey. The CGS Publishing department issues publications explaining the importance of geology and geological phenomena to a broad public, e.g. colour folders on geology of Natural Protected Areas and Natural Parks.
International Year of Planet Earth International Year of Planet Earth
The International Year of Planet Earth was proclaimed for 2008 by the General Assembly of the United Nations in its Plenary Session on the 22nd of December 2005. The aim of the International Year of Planet Earth is to demonstrate new and exciting ways in which Earth sciences can help future generations meet the challenges involved in ensuring a safer and more prosperous world. 
Czech Geological Survey participated on the GISDAY in LiberecCzech Geological Survey participated on the GISDAY in Liberec
GIS Day is playing a powerful role in creating geographic awareness throughout our world.

GIS Day provides an international forum for users of geographic information systems (GIS) technology to demonstrate real-world applications that are making a difference in our society.

More than 80 countries  participate in holding local events such as corporate open houses, hands-on workshops, community expos, school assemblies, and more.

Czech Geological Survey took part in celebration Geographical information systems in Liberec 2009 with the posters, exhibition of gemstones and geological maps and with the practical excercises for students in GIS.
Photos from the GISDAY in Liberec available in fotoarchive.
Videos from the GISDAY in Liberec available on youtube.
More information on website GISDAY in Liberec.
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Virtual museum
provides an on-line visit of the CGS collections.

Geological encyclopedia
explains about 2600 geoscientific terms.

CGS Map server
free access to CGS maps and information.

March 15, 2010