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DGGS geologist during ASTAR project fieldwork in Anaktuvuk Pass
DGGS geologist during ASTAR project fieldwork in Anaktuvuk Pass
Geologist observes outcrops of West Foreland Formation near Tyonek with Mt. Spurr in the background
Outcrops of West Foreland Formation near Tyonek, Mt. Spurr in the background
DGGS scientist examines an outcrop southeast of Chena Hot Springs
DGGS scientist examines an outcrop southeast of Chena Hot Springs
DGGS geologist examines a cut bank of Canyon Creek
DGGS geologist examines a cut bank of Canyon Creek
DGGS Coastal Hazards team installs monitoring equipment in Shaktoolik, Alaska
DGGS Coastal Hazards team installs monitoring equipment in Shaktoolik, Alaska
DGGS volcanologist at Mount Edgecumbe
DGGS volcanologist at Mount Edgecumbe
Coastal hazards geologist investigates coastal erosion in Kaktovik, Alaska
Coastal hazards geologist investigates coastal erosion in Kaktovik, Alaska

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View our annual report and fact sheets to find out more about DGGS, what we do, and how we benefit Alaska. DGGS Annual Report 2023

View our annual report and fact sheets to find out more about DGGS, what we do, and how we benefit Alaska. DGGS Annual Report 2023

View our annual report and fact sheets to find out more about DGGS, what we do, and how we benefit Alaska. DGGS Annual Report 2023

DGGS serves Alaska with connections to other cooperatives and commmissions.

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Our Mission

From providing information related to oil and mineral discoveries to helping after fatal landslides, Division of Geological & Geophysical Surveys staff continue their dedicated efforts to stimulate our economy, and protect our residents.

Investing in geologic information is necessary for the discovery and commercialization of the state's undiscovered oil, gas, coal, and mineral resources, and in protecting Alaskans from geologic hazards. It is an investment in future mines, oil and gas production, State revenue, jobs, and a sound economy.

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