Keanan is a Senior Geologist, born and bred in Cape Town, who joined Umvoto as an Intern Geologist in 2020. He has a BSc (Hons) in Applied Geology from the University of the Western Cape and is currently completing his MSc in Applied Geology, focusing on constraining the stratigraphy and paleotectonic development of the Cango Caves Group using detrital zircon and whole-rock geochemistry. Keanan’s expertise includes practical experience and theoretical knowledge in petrography, geochemistry, geochronology, and geological field mapping.
During his time at Umvoto, Keanan has gained a wide range of experience in Geology and Hydrogeology. Having conducted borehole supervision using rotary mud, sonic, percussion, reverse circulation and core drilling techniques, he is proficient in borehole supervision for primary coastal aquifers as well as secondary fractured rock aquifers. He is also proficient in field water quality and level monitoring due to his involvement in large-scale groundwater projects for the City of Cape Town. Keanan is well-suited to his field and place of work, as he is an avid outdoorsman who is passionate about the Earth and consistently striving to make a positive impact on the environment.
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Ground truthing: Ensuring accurate environmental management
Why is ground truthing important? Ground truthing plays an essential role in environmental science by connecting remote sensing data with real-world conditions. It involves the direct observation and validation of data collected remotely, such as satellite imagery or aerial surveys, by conducting on-the-ground investigations. This practice ensures the accuracy and reliability of environmental assessments, which…
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National Science Week
National Science Week provides an opportunity to showcase the advancements in geological sciences that advance resource exploration and management. At Umvoto, we utilise the capabilities of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing technologies to transform how we identify and assess mineral, water, and energy resources. GIS enables the compilation, analysis, and visualisation of various…
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Applied Geology’s Role in Resource Exploration
The Earth hosts an abundance of resources that are required for day-to-day living, from groundwater and petroleum to gold and platinum. To access these resources, various applied geology techniques such as geological mapping, the application of advanced geophysics, and exploration drilling are used to assess the surficial and subsurface structures of the Earth’s crust, where…
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The Cape geologist’s guide to lunch spots
A team of Umvoto geologists recently set out for four days to conduct field mapping along a major fault network within the Steenbras area. The fault network crosscuts through rocks of the Malmesbury and Table Mountain Groups, with the latter being targeted for groundwater development as part of the City of Cape Town’s New Water…
