Legacy BGS geothermal models: isopach map for the Upper Devonian in hot sedimentary aquifers in the Midland Valley of Scotland
type: Dataset
description: This dataset represents the thickness in metres of the Upper Devonian in the Midland Valley of Scotland (Stratheden Group and Kinnesswood Formation) over the extent of the model developed by Kearsey, T.I., Receveur, M. and Monaghan, A.A., 2024. Modelled hot sedimentary aquifer geothermal potential of Upper Devonian strata in the Midland Valley of Scotland. Uncertainties in the model are linked to the absence of boreholes penetrating both the top and the base of the Upper Devonian (except the Inch of Ferryton well) and poor seismic reflection data in the centre of the basin where it is thickest and deepest. The extent of the geological units is as shown on the published BGS geology maps, considering the re-interpretation of the Kinnesswood Formation as Devonian in age. The model is presented with high uncertainty.
issued: 2025-03-24T13:18:27.849626
modified: 2026-07-30T20:31:16.288974
spatial: Location
  geometry: {"type": "Polygon", "coordinates": [[[-2.3579, 55.2612], [-4.8346, 55.2612], [-4.8346, 56.3764], [-2.3579, 56.3764], [-2.3579, 55.2612]]]}
keyword: Aquifers
keyword: Devonian
keyword: Geothermal energy
keyword: Isopach maps
keyword: NERC_DDC
keyword: Sandstone reservoirs

UK Geothermal Platform
type: Distribution
description: An online platform for exploring geothermal energy potential, assessing constraints, and making informed exploration decisions.
issued: 2026-07-30T20:31:16.337014
modified: 2026-07-30T20:31:16.293795
access URL: https://ukgeothermalplatform.org

UK Geothermal Platform Web Map
type: Distribution
description: An interactive Web map for exploring geothermal energy potential, assessing constraints, and making informed exploration decisions.
issued: 2026-07-30T20:31:16.337012
modified: 2026-07-30T20:31:16.293716
access URL: https://ukgtp.bgs.ac.uk

British Geological Survey (BGS)
type: Organization