Geological Survey of Sweden (SGU)

Geological Survey of Sweden (SGU) is the authority for questions about mountains, soil and groundwater in Sweden. We are the authority in Sweden whose task is to provide geological information for society's needs in the short and long term. We have the task of providing geological information for society's needs in the short and long term.

We investigate, document and inform about bedrock, soil and groundwater in Sweden. The Geological Survey of Sweden (SGU) We are the government agency that widens the knowledge of geology - bedrock, soil and groundwater.

Our vision is that: Sweden has a sustainable social development. Land and water areas are used and developed for the purposes they are most suitable for. The mineral industry and other natural resources industries are viable and responsible.

Our overall strategic goal is to SGU:

• shows the way to sustainable use of soil, mountains and groundwater in a changing world;
• is a leader for sustainable use of the country's mineral resources, as well as promoting sustainable growth and entrepreneurship;
• is an attractive, outgoing, effective and important authority.