Projects and Grants per year
Organization profile
Organization profile
As the official geologic research organization for the Commonwealth of Kentucky, KGS is focused on research in earth resources and processes, public service, and the dissemination of data, knowledge, and experience to stakeholders in industry, government, educational institutions, and the general public. With 48 full-time staff, KGS is increasing knowledge and understanding of the mineral, energy and water resources, geologic hazards, and geology of Kentucky for the benefit of the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the nation.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Our work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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Profiles
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Methane Emission Measuring on Orphaned Wells - Phase II
Washburn, A. (PI), Zierer, D. (CoI) & Parris, T. (Former PI)
KY Energy and Environment Cabinet
12/1/25 → 9/30/30
Project: Research project
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Methane Emission Reduction Program (MERP)
Washburn, A. (PI)
KY Energy and Environment Cabinet
11/1/25 → 9/30/28
Project: Research project
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Center Operations: Center for Land-Surface Hazards (CLaSH)
Dortch, J. (PI)
10/1/25 → 9/30/30
Project: Research project
Research output
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Catalytic graphitization of bituminous coal as anode for Li-ion batteries
Martinelli, M., Norasak, K., Morgan, T., Eble, C. & Lacy, J., Sep 2025.Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster
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Petrology and geochemistry of the Middle Pennsylvanian (Langsettian) Clintwood coalbed, Pike County, Kentucky
Hower, J. C., Eble, C. F., Hopps, S. D., Morgan, T. D. & Edwards, V. A., Dec 2025, In: International Journal of Coal Science and Technology. 12, 1, 22.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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A detailed stratigraphic and taphonomic reassessment of the late Paleozoic fossil flora from Promontory Butte
Eble, C., 2024, In: Review of Palaeobotany and Palynology.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Prizes
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Environmental and Engineering Geology Division/Meritorious Service Award
Haneberg, W. (Recipient), 2006
Prize: Honorary award
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