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Geothermal Focus by Seequent: A new collaboration with the European Federation of Geologists
This is a sponsored contribution. Its publication does not imply endorsement by the European Federation of Geologists (EFG). The views and opinions expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official position or policies of the European...
EFG Responds to the Antwerp Declaration
The European Federation of Geologists (EFG) has issued a formal response to the Antwerp Declaration, reaffirming the central role of geoscience expertise in securing Europe's industrial future. Representing 50,000 geoscientists across Europe, the EFG welcomes the...
Seequent and the European Federation of Geologists collaborate to support the future of geoscience
Seequent, the Bentley Subsurface Company, and the European Federation of Geologists (EFG) have announced a strategic collaboration that unites their shared commitment to advancing geoscience excellence across Europe and beyond. This collaboration brings together EFG's...
EFG signs partnership agreement with GeoTHERM 2026
The European Federation of Geologists (EFG) and GeoTHERM 2026 have signed a partnership agreement to strengthen the connection between the professional geological community and the geothermal energy sector. GeoTHERM is the largest trade fair and congress for...
Dr Michiel van der Meulen honoured with 2025 EFG Medal of Merits
Dr. Michiel van der Meulen, a distinguished figure in the field of geology, has been awarded the 2025 Medal of Merit by the European Federation of Geologists (EFG). The Medal of Merit is awarded to individuals who, in the view of the Council of the EFG, have provided...
EFG at COP30: Empowering Geology for a Sustainable Future
The European Federation of Geologists (EFG) is proud to announce its participation in the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30), which will take place from 10 to 21 November 2025 in Belém, Brazil. For those unable to attend in person, EFG will also...
EFG Endorses AI Ethics Guidelines for the Geoscience Community
The European Federation of Geologists (EFG) is pleased to endorse the document "Artificial Intelligence (AI) Ethics Recommendations for the Geoscience Community", released by the Commission on Geoethics of the International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS). This...
Geosciences: A Strategic Pillar for Europe’s Competitiveness, Security, and Autonomy
Geosciences are the bedrock of the European Union’s competitiveness, strategic autonomy, and security. As the EU implements the Competitiveness Compass and the Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA), geosciences provide the essential foundation to secure resources, enable...
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RockCheck application rocks the world
RockCheck app: The educational tool for the identification of rocks. Fig. 1 – Application RockCheck is an educational tool for the identification of rocks. Almost every kid and many adults are fascinated by rocks. They collect them from trips and keep them at home...
Sustainability and Energy transition: an opportunity for the next generation of geoscientists
This is a note on a three-days course I held at the PhD school in Geological Sciences at University of RomaTRE, organised for PhD and Master students, just before the lock down that affected Italy and the world. Why I believe it is relevant for this EFG blog? Because...
Forum for Industrial Minerals: the economic geology meetings
The present-day trilateral economic geologists’ meeting named “Forum for Industrial Minerals” (Forum pro nerudy) was established in 1977. Its establishment was the initiative of prof. Miloš Kužvart (*1928 †2012) and his colleagues from the Charles University in Prague...
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