BRGM, the French Geological Survey, is France’s reference public institution for Earth Science applications in the management of surface and subsurface resources and risks. The Bureau is responsible for the sustainable management of subsoil resources in France. In addition to contributing to the advancement of basic knowledge, research activities of BRGM aim to provide support for public policies and decision making, and also to contribute to the development of innovative technologies featuring research in public / private partnership, such as the partnership of the current ANR proposition. With a staff of 1000+, including more than 850 engineers and technicians, the BRGM can combine the experience and skills of specialists in the following fields of activities: modelling in earth sciences, sustainable management of natural hazards, water and mineral resources, industrial environment and processing procedures, energy and environmental metrology. BRGM has significant experience in participating in and coordinating trans-national projects and has contributed significantly to EU research for the last 20 years within the context of the Framework Programmes and H2020. BRGM has contributed to several EU research projects in relation with this proposal: EPOCH, GERIA, RISK-UE, TERRA FIRMA, LESSLOSS. The BRGM team leader is Dr Florent De Martin.