European Federation of Geologists (EFG)
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EFG is the voice of European #Geologists. #NGO representing 27 national associations & 45.000 #geoscience #professionals - #EurGeol
Discover EFG’s 3 new EU-funded projects! 🌍 🔹 SPECS: safer CO₂ storage 🔹 UPLIFT: safer enhanced #geothermal systems 🔹 BOREAS: sustainable #mining of Arctic critical raw materials 🔗Learn more: eurogeologists.eu/discover-efg... @specs-project.bsky.social @uplift-project.bsky.social
As part of #EFGinclusion, we highlight Mums in Geosciences, a project sharing honest experiences of parenthood, career change and family life in geoscience. It creates a supportive space where parents can feel seen, heard & connected. Learn more: mumsingeosciences.com Image: efgeocloud.eu/f/2005542
From shallow waters to the deep sea, PyroScience develops optical sensors for measuring oxygen, pH and temperature across diverse environments. 🌊 EFG thanks PyroScience, our Essential Sponsor, for supporting reliable environmental monitoring. Learn more: www.pyroscience.com
EFG has submitted its response to the European Commission's Call for Evidence on the proposed EU Critical Raw Materials Centre, highlighting the vital role of geoscience in Europe's raw materials future. Read more: eurogeologists.eu/go/2026-resp...
Latest #EFGeoWeek is out! Highlights include EFG at Pau Geosciences Week, a new position paper on European subsurface governance, and a CRM-geothermal factsheet on joint resource assessment using the UNFC. Read & subscribe 👉 eurogeologists.eu/efgeoweek
Take your mineral resource modelling skills further with the RECMIN Advanced Course led by Prof. Isidro Diego Álvarez (University of Oviedo). Missed the introductory course? Take it self-paced and receive 20% off each course when purchased together. 📅 14–15 Oct 👉 tinyurl.com/EFGA-RecMin-...
🌍 EFG is proud to join #IESO2026 as a supporting organisation, bringing together the world's brightest young geoscientists. From 20–27 August in Turin, the world's top young Earth scientists will gather to compete, collaborate and inspire the future of geoscience. 🔗 Learn more: www.ieso2026-to.com
Explore the July edition of EFG GeoNews. This month's highlights include the 2025 Annual Report, EFG's response to the Industrial Accelerator Act consultation, the new EU-funded BOREAS project, and new dates for the EFG Academy RecMin Advanced course. Read more: eurogeologists.eu/geonews
The EFG Academy Empowering Momentum Pillars career development series offers 2-hour sessions on stress, decision-making and communication. Join one or all three. Missed the podcast with David Govoni? Listen here: efgacademy.podbean.com Register: tinyurl.com/EFGA-Pillars
Motivational Communication for Change with Esther Bloem is session three of the EFG Academy Empowering Momentum Pillars career development series. 📅 26 Nov. 2026, 12:00–14:00 CET. 💶 68€ EurGeol / 75€ regular. Learn more: youtube.com/shorts/MJf8-... Register here: tinyurl.com/EFGA-Pillars
EFG is pleased to be part of the EU-funded BOREAS project, developing low-impact mining technologies to secure Europe's critical raw materials. EFG leads the project's ESG governance and compliance framework. Learn more about the project at the website: www.boreas-mining.eu
The Board and Secretariat of EFG mourn the passing of Luís Lopes, President of @apgeologos.bsky.social. A respected academic and geologist, he advanced geoscience, fostered international collaboration, and inspired many. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues.
The June edition of GeoNews is out! This issue covers EFG President David Govoni at the Rare Earths event in Pescara, EFG at the C3S General Assembly in Budapest, and Magnus Johansson at the EAGE Annual Conference in Aberdeen. Read the full newsletter: eurogeologists.eu/geonews
The European Federation of Geologists has released its 2025 Annual Report, reflecting a year of milestones and progress across the geosciences. Read about our key initiatives, collaborations, and policy work from the past year: eurogeologists.eu/efg-releases...
Join the International Association on the Genesis of Ore Deposits for the 16th IAGOD Quadrennial Symposium, 30 August to 2 September 2026 in Porto, Portugal. Theme: The Role of Geoscience in the Energy Transition. Hosted at the University of Porto's Faculty of Sciences.
If you want to keep up with the European Federation of Geologists' activities, our newsletters (EFGeoweek & GeoNews) are the easiest way to stay in the loop - they also include key news from the world of geoscience. 📩 Subscribe today to stay connected: tinyurl.com/EFGsubscribe
⏳Last call to register! The #EFGAcademy course Measuring What Matters takes place this July. If you work in sustainability, environment, development or public policy, this 2-hour live session is for you. No prior M&E experience needed 🗓️6th July I From €10 for students 👉 tinyurl.com/EFGA-Environ...
By the end of the RecMin Advanced course you'll be able to interpolate block models, classify resources, design open pits and underground layouts, and more Plus a certificate of completion with 6 CPD points for EurGeols. Fees from €90 📅 8–9 July | 18:00 CEST Register 👉 tinyurl.com/EFGA-RecMin-...
EFG is pleased to partner with Mining-Tech – 3rd Mining Industry Tech Days 2026, taking place 22–24 October 2026 in Ankara, Turkey. All members of EFG National Associations may attend free of charge. Registration is required. Visitor registration: www.maden-tek.com/ziyaretci-ka...
The European Federation of Geologists expresses its solidarity with Venezuela following the earthquakes of 24 June. Our condolences to all affected. Geoscience cannot prevent earthquakes, but it can reduce their impact. Read our statement: eurogeologists.eu/efg-statemen...
#ThrowbackThursday: EFG President David Govoni spoke at a raw materials workshop in Turin, on 16 April 2026, making the case for a clear value pipeline from exploration data to reserve evaluation, underpinned by international standards like PERC and UNECE & the support of certified professionals.
EFG participated in the 87th EAGE Annual Conference in Aberdeen (8–11 June 2026), represented by Secretary General Magnus Johansson. At the EFG booth, he showcased the EFG’s mission, activities, and EU-funded projects, including CRM-geothermal, which was also featured in two conference sessions.
After a morning of presentations, #LearnGeo2026 afternoon workshops let teachers and career advisors explore subsurface modelling, collaborative fresco learning, seismic data acquisition and virtual drilling. Snapshots from the first two workshops at Les Halles de Pau! #Geoscience
#ThrowbackThursday: EFG President David Govoni moderated the closing session at "Building the Bridge: Oil & Gas Expertise for Geothermal Development" in Italy, 16 April The event explored how geoscientists from O&G, mining & beyond can bring their expertise to accelerate geothermal energy in Europe
The first edition of LearnGeo is underway in Pau, France! The day opened with remarks from SGF's Marc Blaizot and President Laurent Jolivet. Speak French but couldn't attend? Follow the livestream from 9:30 to 12:30 CEST: www.youtube.com/c/societegeo...
Today, #LearnGeo2026 at Les Halles de Pau takes teachers, counsellors and students through a French-language programme on geothermal energy, hydrogen, mining and more View the programme: learngeo26.eurogeologists.eu/fr/agenda Follow the conferences from 9:30 CEST: www.youtube.com/c/societegeo...
GEODAYS continues today with a keynote from Christophe Grudler MEP on the Industrial Accelerator Act, boosting EU investment in clean tech, jobs and strategic autonomy. Come and visit us and Société Géologique de France at booth E8!
Avenia Geodays has just kicked off in Pau, France! EFG is proud to be an event partner and exhibitor, represented by President David Govoni and Executive Director Anita Stein. Meet us at Booth E8, learn more about our activities and apply to the EurGeol title for free!
The European Federation of Geologists is glad to promote WMC 2026 in Lima (24 to 26 June), uniting global mining leaders to deliver the minerals the world needs more efficiently and sustainably. EFG members can benefit from a USD 200 discount on registration. Learn more: wmc2026.org
19th Congress of Geologists of Serbia (2–5 June 2026) brought geoscience professionals together at Bor Lake under the theme “Geology for Sustainable Solutions” Discussions focused on professional ethics, professional development and geology’s role in society, with EFG National Associations present.