Clive Mitchell

Workshop on Responsible Mining and Resource Systems in Lusaka, Zambia on 10th November 2026. If you would like to participate, please complete the Expression of Interest form: forms.gle/zMPsFm2DHMG7...

From the field in Zambia: geochemical soil sampling in action - British Geological Survey @bgs.ac.uk video of the field training lead by my BGS colleague Dr David Currie for the Zambian Geological Survey Dept & Copperbelt University. youtu.be/uvbYAGQR1Sg?...

Back in Lusaka after my @bgs.ac.uk colleague Dr David Currie & I lead a 10-day #CriticalMineral field training exercise for the Zambian Geological Survey Department (GSD) & Copperbelt University (CBU). Our Zambian colleagues are now well prepared for future mineral exploration opportunities.

Zambian #CriticalMineral field training started today in Lusaka with Zambian Geological Survey Department & Copperbelt University, lead by my BGS colleague Dr David Currie & me. Part of our training today involved getting to grips with a soil auger! Great to be in Zambia for the next few weeks.

Zambia here we come (again)! Preparing for the latest trip to Zambia with British Geological Survey @bgs.ac.uk colleague Dr David Currie. Read more here: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

The UK coastline will be inundated with keen holidaymakers this summer, many of whom will take a memento of their trip home in the shape of a pebble or two — but is taking pebbles home legal? Find out in our blog: www.bgs.ac.uk/news/collect...

Calcined clay as Supplementary Cementitious Material (SMC) used with cement to produce low-carbon concrete will be the theme of my talk at Extractive Industry Geology (EIG) conferehce in September at Univesity of Liverpool. Sign up for #EIGLiverpool2026 here: www.eigconferences.com/2026-confere...

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The deadline to apply for the EIG Conference bursary is fast approaching (Friday the 12th). If you know of anyone who may benefit or wish to apply yourself then please do. Information on how to apply can be found at www.eigconferences.com/conference-b...

In 2019, British Geological Survey visited Artisanal Scale Gold Mining in Migori County, Kenya with Univerwity of Nairobi & Migori County Artisanal Miners Cooperative Society. Read the new paper 'Neoarchean gold grain size and artisanal mining in Migori, Kenya' nora.nerc.ac.uk/id/eprint/54...

Video snapshot of graphite exploration in #Zambia in 2025 as part of @bgs.ac.uk #CriticalMinerals collaboration with Zambian Geological Survey Department & Copperbelt University More info & Zambian Critical Minerals Guide here: www.bgs.ac.uk/news/zambias... Watch video here: youtu.be/nCNdHl40LKY

Join us 18 March @geolsoc.bsky.social and online for Sand & Sustainability: the Global Challenge of Sand Mining. Here, global experts will discuss the challenges of extracting this important resource & the impact it can have on the natural environment. Register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sands-of-c...

The Meteorites - another excellent book by @helenlpgordon.bsky.social - bringing stories of the science and excitement of these visitors from outer space. Thoroughly recommended 5/5.

Great to be in #Zambia at the Zambian Geological Survey Department (GSD) with British Geological Survey (BGS) @bgs.ac.uk colleagues preparing for launch of 'Critical Minerals Potential of Zambia' guide - caught up with Director Mwila for updates. Download guide here: nora.nerc.ac.uk/id/eprint/53...

Sand is the most valuable commodity on earth, however it faces huge legal and environmental challenges. On 18 March, join us at @geolsoc.bsky.social as we explore the huge global challenge of sand mining. Sign up for the event here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sands-of-c...

This friendly little fellow (a Tussock caterpillar) came to say hello to me today!

Sand is one of the most important industrial raw materials on the planet. At the Sands of Change conference on 18 March world-experts will address the legal, environmental and management challenges of sand. Book your tickets here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sands-of-c...

Clive's Beers in 2025! #CheersToBeer

Happy New Year everyone!

Today’s geological hammer photo was taken in Zambia. This year the first guide to Zambia’s critical minerals, highlighting the country’s current & potential critical mineral resources was published. Read the guide here: nora.nerc.ac.uk/id/eprint/53... Spot the hammer below.

Merry Christmas!

Transpacific Pale (4.5% ABV) - The latest beer and home brewing video from the #mitchellbrewery Transpacific Pale youtu.be/uM6lMwdIltI?...

Just back from two weeks in #Zambia as part of a British Geological Survey (BGS) project supporting the #criticalminerals work of the Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development | Zambia Geological Survey Department (GSD). Read all about it here: www.linkedin.com/posts/clive-...

We have upgraded our geomagnetic forecast today (12 November 2025) to the highest intensity level amid an ongoing solar storm. Current predictions suggest that the activity will result in potentially the largest solar storm to hit our planet in over two decades.

Millions of people across the UK are in regions experiencing drought, with further areas at risk. The BBC drought resource using data from BGS, Environment Agency, @ukceh.bsky.social & @metoffice.gov.uk, has been updated. Will there be a drought where you live? www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

The sand industry is constantly expanding, leading to illegal practices and environmental strain. Join BGS, Queen's University Belfast, and @geolsoc.bsky.social on 3 December in London for Sands of Change: a deep dive into the industry, and its challenges. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sands-of-c...

A new economic valuation report has, for the first time, brought into focus the scale of the National Geological Repository's impact on the UK economy. The facility has saved major energy and infrastructure projects £1.5 billion over the last 20 years. www.bgs.ac.uk/news/new-stu...

Zambia’s first critical minerals guide highlights the country’s critical mineral resources. Proud to have been part of the British & Zambian Geological Surveys #criticalminerals team that worked on the guide nora.nerc.ac.uk/id/eprint/53... Watch this space as we are back off to Zambia tomorrow!

Greetings from the beach!

May the Fourth be with You #MayThe4thBeWithYou

BGS' summer placement scheme is back! The paid, six-week summer placement scheme requires students to work from our Nottinghamshire HQ. Learn more and apply here: www.bgs.ac.uk/about-bgs/wo...

Frostie IPA - latest brewing video from the #MitchellBrewery. youtu.be/qGCz4-rY4vo?...

The latest beer from the #MitchellBrewery, brewed from Thomas Cooper's IPA kit, ready in about a month #CheersToBeer

Aggregates and sand (for roading and construction) included in draft critical minerals list in New Zealand. www.mbie.govt.nz/building-and...

Happy New Year 2025!

My Career in 60 Seconds! @britgeosurvey.bsky.social youtu.be/znErG0qhtOc?...

Quokka on Rottnest Island chased after my shoe! #MitchOz24

Currently in #Zambia working with the Geological Survey Dept to support the National Critical Minerals Strategy - found some fantastic flake #graphite concentrates!

The early bird rate for #EIGHull2024 runs out in 4 days! Sign up now for this fantastic conference, a highlight in the minerals industry calendar.

Book now! The EIG Hull 2024 conference early bird rate is available until 15th July. #EIGHull2024 www.eigconferences.com/store1

Book now! The EIG Hull 2024 conference early bird rate is available until 15th July. #EIGHull2024 www.eigconferences.com/store1

Nottingham Robin Hood Beer and Cider Festival 2024 #NRHBCF24 tickets on sale now! www.beerfestival.nottinghamcamra.org/Buy_Tickets/...

All Kinds of Wonderful IPA (5.5% ABV) the latest beer and video from #MitchellBrewery youtu.be/FHo2JEN9ufo?...

Quake it off! Seismometers around Edinburgh were triggered by the rapturous Taylor Swift crowds at Murrayfield Stadium over the weekend. ‘…Ready For It?’ ‘Cruel Summer’ and ‘champagne problems’ resulting in the most significant seismic activity each night. www.bgs.ac.uk/news/quake-i...

Thinking of signing up for the Extractive Industry Geology conference at the University of Hull (3-6 September 2024) #EIGHull2024? Here is a snapshot of the last conference, #EIGExeter2022. Register here: www.eigconferences.com/next-confere... youtube.com/watch?v=cA3f...

Pebbles and beaches from the last 5 years! #PebbleSpotting youtube.com/watch?v=rHAN...

Happy Star Wars Day! #Maythe4thbewithyou

Handed over the books I’d brought out to staff of the Zambian Geological Survey Department at the @BritGeoSurvey.bsky.social Critical Raw Materials workshop on Wednesday (20/3/24). It was lovely the geologists were super excited!

Packing for Zambia this morning, as @britgeosurvey.bsky.social had a clear out recently I’ve got a nice set of books to take out with me for the Geological Survey Department in Lusaka - good job I’ve got extra baggage allowance!