The European Federation of Geologists (EFG) has formally confirmed its support for the International Geological Congress 2028 (IGC 2028), to be held in Calgary, Canada, from 12 to 20 August 2028: https://www.igc2028canada.org.
The International Geological Congress, held every four years, is one of the largest global gatherings of geoscientists and is often described as the “Olympics of Earth Sciences.” The 2028 edition, the 38th Congress, is expected to bring together up to 10,000 participants from around the world. Canada last hosted the event in 1972 in Montreal, making the upcoming Calgary edition a significant milestone.
Under the theme “Geosciences for Humanity,” IGC 2028 will address key global challenges, including climate change, natural hazards, sustainable energy, and critical minerals, while fostering collaboration across disciplines and with Indigenous communities. The programme will include a wide range of scientific sessions, field trips, and workshops highlighting Canada’s diverse geological environments.
EFG’s support reflects the strong alignment between the congress theme and its mission to promote the responsible and sustainable use of the Earth’s resources, and to support geoscientists in addressing societal challenges.
As part of this support, EFG will contribute to disseminating information about IGC 2028 through its communication channels and looks forward to encouraging strong engagement from the European geoscience community.
