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EFG at COP28: Geoscience’s Role in Climate Action
EFG at COP28: Geoscience's Role in Climate ActionThe European Federation of Geologists (EFG) is set to spread the word about the importance of geoscience for society at COP28 in Dubai, with EFG President David Govoni and Interim Director of Stakeholder Relations...
EFG Webinar – Changing Gear: New Roles in the Energy Expansion
On 5 December 2023, EFG is organising the webinar ‘Changing Gear: New roles in the Energy Expansion’ (Transfer of Skills From Oil & Gas to Other Sectors). The event is scheduled from 14:00 to 16:00 CET (Central European Time). Coordinator of the EFG Panel of...
EFG response to the EU Soil Health Act proposal
EFG response to the EU Soil Health Act proposalEFG has recently submitted feedback on the European Commission’s Soil Health Law proposal. The aim of the Soil Health Law proposal announced in the EU soil strategy for 2030 is to: specify the conditions for a healthy...
EFG Webinar: Mine Measure – IRMA’s Self-Assessment and Audit Preparation Tool
On 21 November 2023, EFG is organising the webinar ‘Mine Measure: IRMA’s Self-Assessment and Audit Preparation Tool’. The event is scheduled from 16:00 to 17:00 CET (Brussels time). EFG Past President and Secretary-General of the International Raw Materials...
Call for articles – Geology at the Interdisciplinary Nexus: Why Does Collaboration Matter
The Editorial Board of the European Geologist journal (EGJ), invites you to submit articles for the 57th issue of the journal. The theme of this issue is ‘Geology at the Interdisciplinary Nexus: Why Does Collaboration Matter’, for publication in June 2024. We welcome...
Masterclass for scientists: Lessons and tools to Increase Your Public Affairs Impact
Don't miss out on a unique training opportunity for scientists, provided by EFG's Interim Director of Stakeholder Engagement, Maureen Gallagher. On 17 November, 14:00-17-00 CET, we are organising a Masterclass entitled "Lessons and tools to Increase Your Public...
CNG Marks 60th Anniversary of Vajont Disaster with Landmark Event on Sustainability and Geology
CNG Marks 60th Anniversary of Vajont Disaster with Landmark Event on Sustainability and GeologyIn commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the tragic Vajont Dam disaster, our Italian member CNG (Consiglio Nazionale dei Geologi), in collaboration with Centro Studi CNG,...
The Future Critical Raw Materials Act and the European Geologist title: An opportunity to elevate the geological profession to its rightful place in Europe
We find ourselves in a very opportune moment for the regulatory development concerning the qualifications of geologists in Europe. The European Union's current agenda includes several policies that are highly relevant to the geosciences community, such as the Critical...
Promoting Ukrainian Geology
EFG Delegate from Ukraine Hanna Liventseva had to leave her country because of war. Currently, she is temporarily living and working in Barcelona, where she is involved in the project ‘Assessment of the geothermal potential of Catalonia' of the GEP3BCN-CSIC. EFG’s...
EFG fosters transatlantic relationships at AIPG Anniversary event
EFG fosters transatlantic relationships at AIPG Anniversary eventEFG Interim Director of Stakeholder Engagement Maureen Gallagher and President David Govoni at the EFG booth. The American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG), our counterpart in North America,...
EFG facilitates discussion on public trust in near surface industries
EFG facilitates panel discussion and field trip in EdinburghOn the 6th of September, EFG hosted an insightful panel discussion titled "Fostering Public Trust in Near Surface Industries: A Path Towards Rebuilding the Vital Talent Pipeline Required for the Green Energy...
Congratulations to the winners of this year’s photo contest!
Congratulations to the winners of this year's photo contest!EFG and our partner organisation EAGE, the European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers, are honoured to announce the winners of the 2023 #LegendsofGeoscience photo contest! The first place goes to...
EFGeoWeek – Latest issue
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Spanish ICOG makes proposals for a national geological policy
Spanish ICOG makes proposals for a national geological policyIn light of the elections in Spain, EFG's Spanish member, the Official Professional Association of Geologists (ICOG) released a document including 27 proposals for a national geological policy serving the...
EFG presents its 2022 Annual Report
EFG presents its 2022 Annual Report The European Federation of Geologists (EFG) is glad to present its Annual Report for 2022 which introduces the main activities throughout the past year. The Report is structured around the six strategic action areas of the...
Media Partnership with SEG 2023 Conference
EFG is a media partner of the event 'SEG 2023 Conference: Resourcing the Green Transition', held by the Society of Economic Geologists (SEG) and taking place in London (UK) on 26-29 August 2023. Mineral resources are critical to supporting sustainable development and...
New issue of European Geologist: Hydrogen and carbon capture, storage and utilisation
New issue of European Geologist: The role of geology in the transition to clean energy – The contribution of hydrogen and carbon capture, storage and utilisationEFG is pleased to release issue 55 of its biannual Diamond Open Access publication, the European Geologist....
EFG response to European Net Zero Industry Act
EFG response to European Net Zero Industry Act EFG has recently submitted feedback on the European Commission’s European Net Zero Industry Act (NZIA) proposal. The proposed Act aims to promote and achieve carbon neutrality across industries in which geologists’...
EFG response to Critical Raw Materials Act proposal
EFG response to Critical Raw Materials Act proposal In June, EFG has submitted feedback on the proposed text of the European Commission’s Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA) which was published in March 2023. EFG welcomes the publication of the CRMA and thanks the...
#EFGVisitingNAs: EFG meets MFT in Budapest
In early June, the EFG Secretariat had the privilege of visiting the office of the Hungarian Geological Society (MFT) in Budapest. This visit provided an excellent opportunity for the EFG team to gain insight into the functioning and challenges of the Hungarian...
Results EFG Employment Survey 2022
Results EFG Employment Survey 2022 The annual EFG Employment Survey aims at analysing the current labour market for geologists in Europe. The information gathered by this survey is not only useful for EFG’s work and to our national association members, but also...
EFG Webinar: Multiple target horizon exploration for the implementation of an integrated geothermal system for Göttingen
On 6 June 2023, the European Federation of Geologists (EFG) organised the webinar ‘Multiple target horizon exploration for the implementation of an integrated geothermal system for Göttingen, Germany‘. The event is scheduled for 15:00 – 16:00 CEST (Brussels time). The...
EFG Communication Survey
EFG Communication Survey: Please share your thoughts!The European Federation of Geologists (EFG) is about to launch its new strategic plan for the years 2023-2027. Continually improving communication will be a cornerstone of this 5-year strategy. Calling all members...
EFG Webinar: Formation and chemical evolution of the Moon as the key to assess its potential metal resources
On 30 May 2023, the European Federation of Geologists (EFG) organised the webinar ‘Formation and chemical evolution of the Moon as the key to assess its potential metal resources‘. The presenter of the webinar was Dr Renaud Merle, a Researcher at the Department of...
EFG Employment Survey 2023: Help us evaluate the current labour market for geologists in Europe and beyond!
EFG Employment Survey 2023: Help us evaluate the current labour market for geologists in Europe and beyond!In the annual ‘EFG Employment Survey’, EFG aims at taking a snapshot of the current labour market for geologists in Europe and beyond: Which industries are...
Announcing the winners of the ‘Geoscientist of the Future’ Workshop and Contest!
Announcing the winners of the 'Geoscientist of the Future' Workshop and Contest! On 11 May, more than 30 geoscience enthusiasts teamed up to pitch in 3 hours on how they think the profile of a future geoscientist should look like. The prizes were awarded to the...
EFG Logo Redesign: Your support is needed!
We want the European Federation of Geologists (EFG) to stand out! Would you like to assist us in updating the visual identity of EFG? We are working with a science communication agency to help us update the EFG logo. We invite you to be part of this process by taking...
New EFG President David Govoni
The EFG Board, Members, and Office are pleased to welcome David Govoni as the new EFG President. The election for the EFG’s new President-elect was held in November 2022 during the 81st Council Meeting in Brussels. The National Associations delegates cast their votes...
New issue of European Geologist: Geothermal energy – A geological contribution to the energy transition
New issue of European Geologist: Geothermal energy – A geological contribution to the energy transitionEFG is pleased to release issue 54 of its biannual Diamond Open Access publication, the European Geologist. The new issue is entitled "Geothermal energy – A...
EFG endorses Mission Soil Manifesto
Soils are fragile, and the impact of our actions on soils is often overlooked or ignored. To ensure a healthy and green future for our current and future generations, we need to protect and care for soils. The European Commission and the European Regions Research and...
Vote now on your favourite ‘Legends of geoscience’ photo!
Vote now on your favourite 'Legends of geoscience' photo!We have received dozens of stunning submissions to this year's edition of the EAGE/EFG photo contest "Legends of Geoscience". We invite you to have a look and select your favourite photo by 5 May to help us...
Apply now for TIMREX Master in Innovative Mineral Resource Exploration
TIMREX is an EIT-labelled joint master course in Innovative Mineral Resource Exploration. It's a two-year master's course that was launched in 2022 and focuses on two aspects: Provide a strong, practice-oriented master programme in mineral resource exploration with...
EFG Webinar: Digital outcrops and data integration in the Metaverse, a powerful combination to reduce subsurface uncertainty
On 30 March 2023, the European Federation of Geologists (EFG) organised the webinar ‘Digital outcrops and data integration in the Metaverse, a powerful combination to reduce subsurface uncertainty‘. The presenters of the webinar was Claudia Ruiz-Graham, CEO and...
Call for articles European Geologist journal – Geoscience in Policy making: past experience, current practice and future opportunities
The Editorial Board of the European Geologist journal (EGJ), invites you to submit articles for the 56th issue of the journal. The theme of this issue is ‘Geoscience in Policy making: past experience, current practice and future opportunities', for publication in...
EFG partners with Raw Materials Summit 2023
The fifth edition of the Raw Materials Summit, from 15–17 May 2023 in Brussels, will showcase innovation enabling the EU Green Deal goal for a carbon-neutral future. Direct access to over 800 industry leaders The Raw Materials Summit, hosted by EIT RawMaterials, is...
Survey on EFG Online Training
The European Federation of Geologists (EFG) is working on a new initiative to proactively facilitate the Continuous Professional Development of Geoscience Professionals in Europe. The goal is to set up an online platform with live or recorded training, events,...
Maureen Gallagher joins EFG Secretariat as Interim Director of Stakeholder Engagement
The EFG Secretariat is pleased to welcome Maureen Gallagher who recently joined us as the Interim Director of Stakeholder Engagement. "Geologists play a vital role in understanding earth’s past, managing society’s present, and securing humanity’s future, but they...
#EFGVisitingNAs: EFG meets CNG in Rome
In March, EFG had the chance to visit the premises of the Consiglio Nazionale dei Geologi, CNG, our Italian National Association member. 🇮🇹 EFG Executive Director Glen Burridge, Interim Director of Stakeholder Engagement Maureen Gallagher and Project Officer Tamas...
EFG expresses its condolences on the death of three Spanish geologists in a potash mine in Súria
On 9 March 2023, three Spanish geologists, two of them postgraduate students, died during field work in a potash mine in Súria (Catalonia, Spain). The European Federation of Geologists (EFG) expresses its condolences to the families of the deceased geologists and to...
Bring in your geoscience expertise at the European level: Join the EFG Panels of Experts!
The EFG’s Panels of Experts offer a platform encouraging collaboration between professionals from different European countries working in the same field of geosciences. The panels have been set up to provide high-quality information and advice to European...
The Second Europe CCUS & Hydrogen Decarbonisation Summit
The 2nd Europe CCUS & Hydrogen Summit was back in Brussels after the first successful edition. This time, after major economic and political disruptions around the world, Europe needs to decarbonise its industry as well as diversify its energy matrix. It is more...
European Geologist journal calls for copy-editor
The editorial team of the European Geologist journal is looking for a copy-editor for EFG’s biannual, peer-reviewed open-access journal.
EFG releases position paper on geoscience as a tool for civil protection against earthquakes
The European Federation of Geologists (EFG) has just released a position paper on geoscience as a tool for civil protection against earthquakes, concerning the recent seismic events in Eastern Turkey and Northern Syria on 6 February 2023. EFG, the professional body...
A stronger voice for geoscience: EuroGeoSurveys and European Federation of Geologists launch strategic partnership for increased impact
A stronger voice for geoscience: EuroGeoSurveys and European Federation of Geologists launch strategic partnership for increased impactEuroGeoSurveys (EGS) and the European Federation of Geologists (EFG) recently teamed up to create bigger impact for geoscience. By...
EFG Webinar: Natural Hydrogen in the Monzón-1 Well, Ebro Basin, Northern Spain
On 2 February 2023, the European Federation of Geologists (EFG) organised the webinar 'Natural Hydrogen in the Monzón-1 Well, Ebro Basin, Northern Spain'. The presenter of the webinar was Christopher Atkinson. He has over 35 years' experience in the energy sector...
PERC Seminar and EFG Council Meeting
The European Federation of Geologists (EFG) and the Serbian Geological Society (SGD) are jointly organising the EFG EuroWorkshop 'PERC Reporting Standard: Context, Requirements and Application' on 18-19 May in Belgrade, Serbia. As the world, the industry also faces...
Statement on the earthquake in Turkey and Syria
The European Federation of Geologists (EFG) expresses its strongest sympathies with the Turkish and Syrian people in these hard and sad post-earthquake times. We are ready to offer our geoscientific expertise and knowledge in the field of emergency response and to...
EFG Webinar: Vegetation as a remedial measure against erosion and shallow landslides in steep soil slopes
On 26 January 2023, the European Federation of Geologists (EFG) organised the webinar 'Vegetation as a remedial measure against erosion and shallow landslides in steep soil slopes'. The presenter of the webinar was Mikael Ånäs, geotechnical engineer and senior...
The UN-Water Summit on Groundwater 2022
From 7 to 8 December 2022, the UN held its annual Water Summit on Groundwater. The Summit was preceded by a side event which was held on 6 December 2022. The UN-Water Summit on Groundwater, including its side event, took place at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris and was...
Touring through the 2022 “Legends of Geoscience”
What a great way to start the year by making a virtual travel through the 2022 "Legends of geoscience". In this regard, we would like to present you our latest StoryMap, showcasing the photos submitted to the 2022 EAGE/EFG photo contest. The theme of the photo contest...