"Geotechnical Compendium I" provides a collection of the best articles from the year 2000. The papers, selected by the Editors, are taken from the following journals: Computers and GeotechnicsGeotextiles and GeomembranesInternational Journal of Rock Mechanics and Mining SciencesJournal of TerramechanicsSoil Dynamics and Earthquake EngineeringTunnelling and Underground Space Technology