EGU announces election results 2 December 2024 The full results of the Union’s autumn 2024 election are now available. Read more
Apply for a Field School for Teachers, or Geoscience Education Event in 2025! 2 December 2024 The European Geosciences Union (EGU) is opening applications for its Field Schools for Teachers and its Geoscience Education Events schemes, which provide support and financial assistance for events promoting education in the Earth, planetary, and space sciences. Apply by 31 December 2024. Read more
Job opportunity: EGU25 Press Assistant (science writer) 29 November 2024 We are looking for one science communicator or science journalist with experience in science writing and an interest in learning about how large geoscientific conferences work, to join our Communications Team for the week of EGU25! This role is most appropriate for PhD candidates and recently graduated individuals, apply by 6 January 2025. Read more
Apply to host EGU-sponsored Geoscience Day public event(s) 2025 29 November 2024 Apply for funding to host a Geoscience Day public event to raise awareness of the geosciences among school students, policymakers, journalists and the wider public. Read more
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. Read more
EGU’s Teacher-Scientist Pairing Scheme 2025 – apply now to co-create a video lesson for schools 27 November 2024 EGU’s Outreach Committee are seeking participants for the 2025 Teacher-Scientist Pairing Scheme and co-create a video lesson that can be used in schools. Read more
EGU announces the 2025 awards and medals! 14 November 2024 The European Geosciences Union is honouring 49 people at all stages of their careers who have made substantial contributions to the Earth, planetary, and space sciences. Read more
Register now to be an EGU25 mentor! 14 November 2024 This popular programme helps first-time attendees get the most out of EGU’s annual meeting. Read more
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! Read more
Call for abstracts to the EGU25 General Assembly now open! 23 October 2024 The EGU General Assembly 2025 (27 April – 2 May) will bring together geoscientists from all over the world for an hybrid format meeting, combining both on-site and virtual elements for posters, orals and PICO formats, in disciplines across the Earth, planetary and space sciences. Read more
The European Geosciences Union (EGU) announces the recipients of its prestigious 2024 Science Journalism Fellowship Press release 23 October 2024 The European Geosciences Union (EGU) is excited to announce this year’s Science Journalism Fellowship awardees: Daniela De Lorenzo, Tim Kalvelage and Laura Carrau. Read more
Congratulations to EGU’s 2024 Science Journalism Fellows! 23 October 2024 The European Geosciences Union (EGU) is excited to announce this year’s Science Journalism Fellowship awardees: Daniela De Lorenzo, Tim Kalvelage and Laura Carrau. Read more
GeoCinema at EGU25 – submit your short film now 23 October 2024 After a rousing reception last year, GeoCinema is back for EGU25! Submit your Earth, planetary or space science film and it could be screened on-site and virtually for the whole conference! Deadline for submission is 6 December 2024. Read more
EGU Public Engagement Grants: 2024 winners announced 22 October 2024 The EGU Outreach Committee has named three Public Engagement Grant winners this year: a project to empower pre-teen girls to use geospatial technologies for sustainable farming, a project that will bring discussions of climate science into prisons, and a project to raise awareness of the diverse impacts of climate change through rural food and beverage events. Read more
Teachers and educators: apply now for the EGU25 GIFT workshop! 21 October 2024 “Exploring the sea floor” will be the theme of the EGU25 Geosciences Information For Teachers (GIFT) workshop to be held from 27-30 April 2025. Apply for your place by Monday 25 November 2024. Read more
EGU’s Policy Pairing scheme 2024 – apply now to experience life inside the European Parliament! 8 October 2024 The EGU, in close collaboration with the European Parliament Intergroup on Climate Change, Biodiversity, and Sustainable Development, are providing an EGU member with the opportunity to visit Brussels and work alongside a Member of the European Parliament (MEP) to learn more about how science can be used to support policymaking in Europe! Apply by 4 November 2024. Read more
EGU signs DORA and CoARA agreements 2 October 2024 EGU is pleased to announce that the Union is now a signatory of the Declaration on Research Assessment (DORA) and the Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment (CoARA), further reinforcing our commitment to Open Science, Open Research and Open Meetings. Read more
Job alert! EGU is seeking a part-time work student in Social Media! 19 September 2024 The Union is seeking a student with eligibility under the German work-student program to help deliver EGU’s communications on social media! Closing date for applications is 18 October 2024. Read more
Job alert! EGU is seeking a part-time work student in Science for Policy! 19 September 2024 The Union is seeking a student with eligibility under the German work-student program to support the work of EGU’s Policy Programme working on initiatives that foster the integration of scientific evidence into EU policymaking processes! Closing date for applications is 18 October 2024. Read more
Evidence-informed planning for a new era of climate hazards: EGU 2024 science-policy event 16 September 2024 On 4 November 2024, EGU will host an hybrid round-table event, in Brussels and online, discussing how the geosciences can support policymakers in preparing for a new era of climate hazards. Read more
Apply to be one of our Artists in Residence for EGU25! 12 September 2024 Returning for an eighth year, the European Geosciences Union (EGU) will be hosting artists at its annual General Assembly. We now welcome applications from science-artists for a residency at EGU25, which is taking place in Vienna, Austria from 27 April – 2 May 2025. The deadline for applications is 25 October 2024. Read more
EGU announces the 2024 Field Schools for Teachers and Geoscience Education Events awards 10 September 2024 The European Geosciences Union (EGU) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2024 Field Schools for Teachers and Geoscience Education Events awards. These awards, aimed at advancing education in Earth, planetary, and space sciences, offer financial support to initiatives that foster geoscience learning across different educational levels. Read more
EDI Committee seeks two new members! 23 August 2024 The European Geosciences Union (EGU) is seeking two enthusiastic members to actively contribute to the promotion of EDI values within the Earth, planetary, and space sciences. If you’re motivated to drive equity, diversity, and inclusion, familiar with EGU’s mission, and ready to collaborate in a diverse team, we want to hear from you! This voluntary position has a two-year term (renewable). The deadline for applications is 10 October 2024. Read more
EGU autumn elections 2024: call for candidates now open! 19 August 2024 The EGU 2024 autumn elections for the next EGU Treasurer, Early Career Scientist (ECS) Union Representative, and Division Presidents will take place from 1 to 30 November 2024. EGU would like to invite you to propose a candidate to any of these vacancies by 18 September 2024. All our members are welcome to propose a candidate, and you can even nominate yourself! Read more
EGU Outreach Committee’s free 2024 science communication training series – apply now! 9 August 2024 Are you a researcher in Earth, Planetary or Space sciences wanting to share your work with wider non-academic audiences? This autumn the EGU Outreach Committee is sponsoring two workshop series’ to help you to develop the specific skills for interacting directly with a range of public audiences. Places are limited, so apply to your preferred course today! Read more
EGU response to Science article Press release 9 July 2024 EGU would like to publicly refute the allegations published in an article in Science news online on 2 July 2024, regarding the dismissal of the Union’s former President and the purported events that occurred during the 2024 General Assembly. We will therefore provide further clarification on the circumstances surrounding the dismissal of former president Irina Artemieva and the measures undertaken to preserve the integrity and ethical standards of our organisation. Read more
EGU peer review training workshop 2024 – apply now! 2 July 2024 Are you a researcher who wants to be more confident doing peer reviews? Or an Early Career Scientist worried about doing your first review? This EGU sponsored, free workshop will help you develop your skills in peer reviewing using EGU’s innovative open access, public peer review system. Places are limited, so apply by 31 July to secure your spot. Read more
EGU is supporting 16 training schools and conferences in 2024 2 July 2024 The EGU will support the organisation of 16 geoscience conferences and training schools run by EGU members in 2024. Read more
Submit your session ideas for the EGU General Assembly in 2025! 1 July 2024 The call for session proposals for the EGU25 General Assembly is now open! Until 9 September you can suggest new scientific sessions with co-conveners, submit short course ideas and/or submit proposals for Union Symposia and Great Debates. Session proposal options exist for both virtual and on-site participation in the EGU General Assembly, which is taking place 27 April–2 May 2025. Read more
Statement by the EGU Council concerning the dismissal of the former President 1 July 2024 Following the EGU Council vote on the dismissal of Irina Artemieva as President of EGU on 21 May 2024, after careful consideration, and with a return to a more normal functioning, the EGU Council can now provide additional information. Read more
EGU Outreach Committee looking for new members! 17 June 2024 EGU’s Outreach Committee, which focuses on public engagement activities, communication between scientists and students, and supporting the training and development of budding science communicators, is searching for four new members to help further its programme. Send in your applications by 12 July 2024. Read more
EGU welcomes new Union President and Vice-President 23 May 2024 EGU are pleased to welcome Peter van der Beek to the role of Union President, and Marian Holness as Vice-President. Read more
Dismissal of EGU President 23 May 2024 Following a resolution that was made by EGU’s Council, the current EGU President has been dismissed. Read more
Apply for a mentoring position with ESA’s Climate Office 17 May 2024 The European Space Agency Climate Office is offering places for three PhD candidates to join a year long mentoring scheme, supported by EGU. Involving pastoral support and career advice, successful applications will get the chance to explore a range of climate relevant career options, whilst attending ESA meetings and the EGU General Assembly in 2025. Apply by 30 June 2024. Read more
Apply now for EGU’s Science Journalism Fellowship 2024 (up to €5k) Press release 6 May 2024 The European Geosciences Union (EGU) has begun accepting applications for the 13th edition of its Science Journalism Fellowship competition. The fellowships enable journalists to report, in any European language, on ongoing research in the Earth, planetary or space sciences, with successful applicants receiving up to €5000 to cover expenses related to their projects. Read more
Call for applications: EGU Public Engagement Grants 2024! 6 May 2024 The grants will be awarded to EGU members interested in developing an outreach project to raise awareness of the geosciences outside the scientific community. The deadline for applications is 17 June. Read more
EGU24 – by the numbers 29 April 2024 Thanks to the enthusiastic efforts of our members and volunteers, EGU24 broke all our previous record with an astounding 20,931 people participating in the General Assembly, both in Vienna and online! Read more
Earth Day 2024: creating a just and sustainable future for humanity and the planet 22 April 2024 This Earth Day EGU joins with geoscience organisations around the world to share our commitment to promoting the conscientious applications of science to help us find solutions to create a just and sustainable future for humanity and the planet. Read more
Abstract withdrawal and code of conduct 18 April 2024 An abstract submitted to EGU24 has been withdrawn from the programme. Read more
Welcome to the EGU24 Press Centre Press release 12 April 2024 The European Geosciences Union’s annual General Assembly will be held from 14-19 April 2024 in a hybrid format. Journalists, science bloggers and other media participants can now access the online press centre for press conferences and sessions of media interest. Read more
Apply to host EGU-sponsored Geoscience Day public event(s) 2024 28 March 2024 Apply for funding to host a Geoscience Day public event to raise awareness of the geosciences among school students, policymakers, journalists and the wider public. Read more
EGU call for Medal and Award nominations is open! 8 March 2024 Each year the EGU honours individuals for their significant contributions to the Earth, planetary, and space sciences. Union members are asked to submit their nominations for all 2024 medals and awards by 15 June 2024. Read more
Meltwater in the North Atlantic can lead to European summer heatwaves, study finds Press release 23 February 2024 A new study reveals European summer weather is predictable months to years in advance, due to higher levels of freshwater in the North Atlantic. The paper, published in the EGU journal Weather and Climate Dynamics, outlines a chain of events leading to hotter and drier European summers. Read more
Illustrator and poet chosen as artists in residence for the EGU24 General Assembly 19 February 2024 Lucía Pérez-Díaz, an illustrator, and Ilias Tsagas, a poet, have been selected for a residency at the next European Geosciences Union (EGU) General Assembly 14–19 April 2024. Read more
Media registrations now open for the EGU General Assembly 2024 16 February 2024 Members of the media, public information officers and science bloggers are now invited to register online for the meeting free of charge. EGU24 will be held from 14-19 April, 2024 both in-person (Vienna, Austria) and online. Read more
Apply to participate in the EGU Teacher-Scientist Pairing Scheme 2024! 8 February 2024 EGU’s Outreach Committee are seeking participants for the 2024 Teacher-Scientist Pairing Scheme, available either in a live teaching format delivered during EGU24 or a recorded teaching format. Deadline for registering interest is 18 March 2024. Read more
Statement on the use of AI-based tools for the presentation and publication of research results in Earth, planetary and space science 22 January 2024 The European Geosciences Union (EGU) provides recommendations ensure appropriate, mindful and ethical use of AI tools to prepare presentations and publications in Earth, planetary and space science. Read more
Apply for a Field School for Teachers, or Geoscience Education Event in 2024! 19 January 2024 The European Geosciences Union (EGU) is opening applications for its Field Schools for Teachers and its Geoscience Education Events schemes, which provide support and financial assistance for events promoting education in the Earth, planetary, and space sciences. Apply by 9 February 2024. Read more
Thank you to all EGU volunteers who gave their time in 2023. 18 January 2024 Special thanks to the over 13,500 volunteers and members who generously donated their time to EGU in 2023! Read more
EGU24 mentoring scheme now open to mentees! 15 January 2024 Apply for a mentor to help you navigate the EGU General Assembly, or apply to become a mentor and help others find their footing! Closing date for applications is 18 March 2024. Read more