Whats essential about geology?
A. (Astronauts excluded) when was the last time you left the planet? Hey, it’s home! As a petroleum geologist, I helped produce resources on which our nation relies. As an environmental geologist, I cleaned up some of the mistakes that come from extracting and using geologic resources. At the USGS, I learned that pure research is there to keep both sides honest. And in researching the Em Hansen stories, I’ve learned how each application of geology does the same thing: serves humanity, advancing us to this modern life in which we can become smarter about how humanity uses resources, how much we use, and which resources we exploit. Q. It sounds like you’re getting down to your deeper reasons for writing these books… A. That’s true. It amazes me to consider the gap between what geologists do for humanity and what humanity knows about these rather obscure scientists. So ultimately I write so my readers can learn more about geology and science in general and make more informed decisions as
