INSTITOUTO GEOLOGIKON KAI METALLEFTIKON EREVNON

The Institute of Geology and Mineral Exploration:

1. Acts as the National Geological Service, whose aim is identification - recording and eventually knowledge of the basic geological structure of the country, by mapping, geochemistry, geophysics, remote sensing, geoscientific databases etc.
2. Offers advice regarding control and operation of mines, management of geothermal fields and mineral natural resources such as Authorization of bottled water.
3.Identifies and assesses the mineral resources ( deposits - rocks) of the country.
4. Contributes to the identification and rational management of water resources of the country through implementation of hydrogeological studies and projects.
5. Investigates, identifies, examines, evaluates and assists in the exploitation of domestic geothermal fields and more generally of energy raw materials.
6. Conducts studies to solve geotechnical problems and cope with natural hazards (eg landslides, earthquakes), and the proper management of the environment to ensure sustainable development.
7. Active in the ore processing technology sector and the techno-economic assessment of rocks and minerals.
8. Acts as an advisor to the Government for environmental issues related with international environmental conventions

FP7, H2020, INSPIRE, European Geological Data Infrastructures, Marine Strategy Framework Directive

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No lobbyists with EP accreditations

Appointed representatives in EuroGeoSurveys Expert Groups etc.

Ms Irene Zananiri (Legal Entity Appointed Representative)

Mr Roussetos Livadaros (Director General)

IV - Think tanks, research and academic institutions

Think tanks and research institutions