HERoNI Lecture

The economic geology and associated industrial archaeology of the Greater Belfast area Presented in association with Belfast Geologists' Society, this talk will look at the geological context of some of our natural resources that formed the basis of a range of industries in the Greater Belfast (North Down and South Antrim) area together with the historic evidence to be seen today. From brick production to lead and salt mining, lime manufacturing to stone extraction, a range of geological materials have formed the starting point for past industrial development. While the industries are, for the most part, long gone, the evidence for their existence can be found in the form of documentary sources and industrial remains. These important legacies form a clear link to their geological origins reflecting the remarkable geodiversity of our piece of Planet Earth. Biography: Before retiring Ian Enlander was the Earth Heritage Officer with the Northern Ireland Environment Agency. Ian continues to be involved in environmental activities, best known for his work in surveys of seabirds and waterbirds as well as whales, dolphins, and porpoises around our coasts. Ian continues his involvement in the Earth Sciences, principally through the Belfast Geologists’ Society, giving talks and leading field excursions. I