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Changes to EGU journal article processing charges
  • 28 November 2024

EGU are pleased to announce a new clarification of the way the Union and our publishing partner Copernicus handle the Article Processing Charges in our 19 open access journals. These changes, which will take place from January 2025, also include an expansion of the discounts and waivers available to authors.



EGU bystander intervension workshop
  • 29 October 2024

Are you an EGU member who is looking to gain skills and confidence in responding to issues of harassment and bullying in the workplace? Why not join the EGU Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Committee’s Bystander Intervention Workshop on 22 November, run in partnership with ADVANCEGeo! Places are limited, so apply today!


Latest posts from EGU blogs

Hw to get involved in Science-to-Policy in the Biogeoscience Division

As scientists we possess invaluable expertise that can help shape evidence-informed policies, and decision-makers in the EU are increasingly recognising the importance of scientific input. The EGU can play a key role in this process, with its advice already being considered in major policy developments such as the Nature Restoration Law. As part of these efforts, the EGU Science-for-Policy Team (led by Chloe Hill) publishes a monthly newsletter that highlights opportunities for scientists to engage with policy, important legislative updates, …


Announcement: VAO Symposium 2025 in Kaprun, Austria

Every two years, the VAO Symposium facilitates the exchange of the latest research findings and future collaborative research pursuits in the Alps among members and interested individuals. The symposium emphasizes productive interdisciplinary collaboration among those working in the Atmosphere, Cryosphere, Hydrosphere, Biosphere, Relief, and Lithosphere fields. For this the symposium focuses more on transdisciplinary workshops than on individual talks and aims to develop future research ideas and projects over two days. Amongst others, there is a great lineup of experts …


Building Disaster Resilience Through Trust and Risk Awareness: Insights into Natural Hazards

Trust in institutions and scientific experts plays a pivotal role in Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR). This trust becomes even more critical for natural hazards—events often unpredictable and uncontrollable. Trust can shape individuals’ willingness to heed warnings, adopt precautionary measures, and participate in community preparedness initiatives. Conversely, distrust in institutions may lead to non-compliance, scepticism toward scientific advice, and reduced community resilience. For example, In 2024, the Phlegraean Fields near Naples experienced heightened seismic activity. A civil protection evacuation exercise was …