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Hydrogeological Surveys of Aquifers

GTK offers comprehensive research data and an understanding of the geological structure and hydrogeological conditions of aquifers. Hydrogeological surveys are required in the planning of water supply and groundwater protection, for example.

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Key benefits

Locating potential areas for water abstraction

The service can be used to define potential areas and locations for new abstraction wells.

Land use planning to protect groundwater

The service supports the consideration of groundwater protection in land use planning such as the placement of activities that pose risks in areas that are safe in terms of groundwater.

Most comprehensive service portfolio in Finland

GTK has Finland’s largest service portfolio of hydrogeological surveys for aquifers.

Research-based approach to regional hydrogeological mapping

GTK offers an overall view of aquifers based on geoscientific research. GTK’s datasets, research methods and the expertise of our specialists ensure the versatility of our service portfolio. Our services primarily focus on regional surveys and data production. Our experts are continuously using, developing and testing new research methods.

Hydrogeological surveys enable sustainable water supply management, which is critical for society.

Implementation of hydrogeological surveys and utilisation of results

Hydrogeological surveys consist of a customer-specific study that improves understanding of the geological structure and hydrogeological conditions of an aquifer. The survey utilises a variety of research methods such as drilling, geophysical measurements, topographical surveys, and water quality studies.

Hydrogeological surveys are typically needed for water supply, groundwater protection and contamination surveys as well as site restoration. Surveys related to aquifers are also necessary during land use planning. Water supply solutions based on groundwater promote and secure the sufficiency of clean water in Finland and internationally.

Sustainable water resources management is beneficial for climate

Energy efficiency is a prerequisite for modern and sustainable water supply management. When implemented correctly, water supply based on groundwater is nature based, energy efficient and helps to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Hydrogeological surveys are beneficial for several industries

For example, the public sector, water and environment sector companies, real estate developers, land use planners and the mining industry need groundwater-related surveys in their operations.

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