Geomodelling in Europe: Sharing practices and open-sourcing tools among Geological Surveys
Résumé
The Geological Service for Europe (GSEU) project is a 5-year EU funded project bringing together 35 geological surveys and 13 additional partners to deliver a cooperative and comprehensive information and communication campaign about the subsurface. The key focusses are critical raw materials, geothermal energy resource and storage and groundwater management. It started in September 2022 and is anchored on the European Geological Data Infrastructure (EGDI) platform, where all subsurface data collected before or during the project is shared with a broad audience. Notably, the platform serves as a dynamic central repository of various 3D geological models. Within GSEU Task 6.3, we aim to pool tools and best practices related to the conception and visualization of these 3D geological models. Our work involves identifying these tools, assessing their use, documenting them, and providing expert insights to aid in the creation of shareable models. We also discuss common limitations, individual strengths, and collectively desired developments for the future. The initiation of this output involved compiling an inventory of practices from different geological surveys, sharing in-house tools, and conducting a series of open-tool webinars, all aimed at fostering transparent and constructive discussions on 3D geological modeling tools and practices. The overarching goals of this task include formulating a conclusive deliverable that compiles best practices and documentation on presently available open-source tools within the scientific community. Furthermore, it extends to the establishment of a sustainable network of experts in 3D geological modeling across European geological surveys