Geology

Access to some Federal datasets

Geological Surveys Database includes publications from the state geological surveys and factsheets from the U.S. Geological Survey.

Search across many disciplines and sources: articles, theses, books, abstracts and court opinions, from academic publishers, professional societies, online repositories, universities and other web sites.

Science.gov searches over 55 databases and over 2100 selected websites from 15 federal agencies, offering 200 million pages of authoritative U.S. government science information including research and development results.

Provides access to over 100,000 publications written by USGS scientists over the century-plus history of the bureau

Access to State Geological Surveys

USGS serves the Nation by providing reliable scientific information to describe and understand the Earth; minimize loss of life and property from natural disasters; manage water, biological, energy, and mineral resources; and enhance and protect our quality of life

Recommended resources for the study of PA Geographic History

Portal to government information on hydraulic fracturing

Information from a variety of sources, including academic research, industry analysis, local government officials and citizens.
From Cornell University Cooperative Extension

Penn State's education and research initiative on unconventional gas plays.