The Institute of Geologists of Ireland

EFG Academy Geochemistry Workshop
2024-10-22 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-15 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-08 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-10-01 14:00 - 16:00 (Europe/Dublin) | Online Event
EFG Academy is excited to present a new workshop: “Environmental Geochemistry for the Mine Project Life Cycle”.
It will be held on consecutive Tuesdays over 4 weeks, starting on Tuesday 1st October 14:00 – 16:00 IST (15:00 – 17:00 CEST) (8 hours total time).
These online workshops will be presented by Dr. Tom Meuzelaar.
This workshop is perfect for geologists, environmental scientists, geochemists, and mine professionals. Whether you are looking to expand your current knowledge or gain new insights, this course is an essential part of your professional development.
More details on course content, costs and how to register can be found at this link European Federation of Geologists (eurgeoltitle.eu)

IAEG Core Logging Course
2024-10-19 09:30 - 16:30 | Lisheen Core Facility, Co Tipperary, Killoran, Co Tipperary, Thurles, Ireland
Join the Irish Association for Economic Geologists (IAEG) for their 2024 Core Logging Course hosted in the Lisheen Core facility.
The course will take place on Saturday the 19th of October from 09:30 to 16:30 at the Lisheen Core store, near Thurles. Registration is required at: IAEG – IAEG Logging Course – 2024.
The course will be hosted by IAEG council members, with presentations from Miller O’Prey and John Colthurst.
This course is suited to Earth Science students and early-career geologists looking for an introduction to the process of core logging. Course content includes best practices for gathering lithological, structural and alteration information from core, mineral estimation, logistics of core handling and QAQC.
Core logging is an invaluable and essential skill for any geologist and not something commonly taught during university courses, this is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience.
The cost is €20 for IAEG members, €40 for student non-members* and €80 for non-members* (*This price includes membership of the IAEG). Any queries please contact: Miller O’Prey via vicepresident@iaeg.ie or message the IAEG LinkedIn page.

The Hydrogeological Group of Geological Society London: Groundwater Modellers Forum
2024-10-17 | The Priory Rooms Meeting & Conference Centre, Birmingham and online, Quaker Meeting House, 40 Bull Street, Birmingham, B4 6AF, United Kingdom
The Hydrogeological Group of Geological Society London are hosting an event for the 20th Anniversary of the Groundwater Modellers Forum on the 17th October 2024 as a hybrid event making remote attendance by IGI members possible.
The theme for this year’s conference is “Achievements in the last 20 years; new challenges for the future”.
They have invited their presenters to tell us how knowledge and techniques have developed over the last 20 years and what are the upcoming challenges that we will need to turn our attention to in the future.
The presenters will show us results and reflections from a broad range of sectors and research areas. Please see the link Groundwater Modellers’ Forum 20th anniversary – The Hydrogeological Group (hydrogroup.org.uk) for more information.
The Hydrogeological Group has very kindly allowed IGI members to avail of the Geol. Soc. members rate (£100 Stg for remote attendance), just put in your IGI membership number into the notes and comments section when registering. Please note that the deadline for online attendance registration is next Monday, 14th October.

Geological Society of London webinar: Harry Young's viral rock map of Scotland
2024-10-16 15:00 - 16:00 | Webinar
As part of Earth Science Week 2024, the Geological Society are holding a webinar on the 16th October between 15:00 and 16:00, to learn more about Harry Young’s viral rock map of Scotland The Geological Society (geolsoc.org.uk) and featured on BBC News earlier this year Rock star: I’ve spent 30 years making a Scotland map from pebbles (bbc.com).
Hear about Harry’s inspiration for the map, anecdotes from the field and how it felt to go viral.
Register here The Making of a Viral Rock Map with Harry Young: An Earth Science Week Public Lecture | Tickets | Science & Technology | Billetto — United Kingdom

Geoscience Ireland “Communicating for Impact” training
2024-10-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Science Centre, UCD Dublin, University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin, Ireland
16th October 2024 between 2pm and 4pm in-person at Science Centre (Room E 2.14), UCD Belfield, Dublin 4.
In partnership with Eagle’s Flight, Geoscience Ireland is offering a unique opportunity for its members to take part in an in-person programme that has helped teams around the world learn the vital communication skills necessary to get results.
More information can be found at this link:
(2) Eagle’s Flight – Communicating with Impact | LinkedIn. To register, please email sean.finlay@geoscience.ie

Geothermal Heat Pump Days 2024
2024-10-16 - 2024-10-18 | Excise Walk, Dublin 1, North Wall, Dublin, Ireland
This event, supported by the Geothermal Association of Ireland will be held in Dublin on the 16th – 18th October and will feature discussions and demonstrations about the benefits of Geothermal Heat Pumps.
This event will unite policymakers, scientists, and industry experts to address the climate and energy challenges ahead.
It promises to foster a deeper understanding of the opportunities and challenges in the geothermal heat pump sector, driving forward the transition to a sustainable, decarbonised energy future.
It will also include a site visit to the geothermal facility at the newly refurbished Rubrics Building in Trinity College.
More information and a link to register can be found here Geothermal Heat Pump Days 2024 Tickets, Wed, Oct 16, 2024 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite

Belfast Geologists Society trip to Geoenergy Discovery Centre, Stormont
2024-10-14 15:00 | The Stormont Estate, Stormont, Belfast, BT4 3SH, United Kingdom
This event is a visit/guided tour of the Geoenergy Discovery Centre at Stormont followed by a visit to the drilling site on Monday 14th October at 3pm.
PRE BOOKING is ESSENTIAL. A maximum of 15 people can be accommodated – please email bgsfieldtrips@outlook.com to book your place.
Meet up 3pm at the GeoEnergy Discovery Centre which is adjacent to the Mo Mowlam Playpark.
After the usual interactive presentation one of their team will walk fieldtrip participants over to the drilling site.
Please note that if you are unable to secure a place to visit the GeoEnergy Discovery Centre with the Belfast Geol Soc, there are ‘drop in’ times advertised on the website – https://geoenergyni.org/demonstrator-projects/#locations – scroll down to GEOENERGY DISCOVERY CENTRE section for times and dates – no booking required.

IGI Evening Webinar: Primacy Effects in Environmental Attitudes in Mineral Exploration.
2024-10-10 18:30 | ZOOM
Olga Poluektova, the primary author of the ESRI Research Bulletin titled: ‘Primacy effects in the formation of environmental attitudes: The case of mineral exploration’ will present the methodology and results of the ESRI study at 18:30 on Thursday 10th October, online via Zoom.
A link to the study is given below:
https://www.esri.ie/publications/primacy-effects-in-the-formation-of-environmental-attitudes-the-case-of-mineral-0?utm_source=Newsweaver&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Download&utm_content=All+Subscribers&utm_campaign=Primacy+effects+in+the+formation+of+environmental+attitudes%3A+The+case+of+mineral+exploration
Details on how to log on to the meeting will be shared following registration. If you are interested in attending, please register in advance by emailing the IGI office at info@igi.ie , preferably before 9th October.

Irish Mining and Quarrying Society (IMQS) online TechTalk
2024-10-09 12:30 | ZOOM
MQS will be hosting an online talk on the topic of:
“Dewatering & Shaft Refurbishment at South Crofty Tin Mine in Cornwall”
on Wednesday 9th October at 12:30pm.
The talk will be given by Steve Tarrant, Mine Manager of South Crofty Mine and the Zoom link is available below:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85437732131?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 854 3773 2131
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Irish Geological Association Annual Gold Panning
2024-09-28 11:00 - 17:00 | Avoca, Co Wicklow, Co Wicklow, Ireland
The IGA annual gold panning event will be held on Saturday 28th September at 11am in Co. Wicklow.
Details, including the link to the booking form, are in the flyer here.
Please join them for this event in one of the most beautiful places on earth to stand by, or in, a stream – Sweet Vale of Avoca.
Just be sure to book your place in good time to avoid disappointment, as this is one of the most popular IGA events each year.
Many thanks to the landowner, IGA intrepid Excursions Secretary Stephen Carrington, Frank Clissmann and Owen & Evan McFadden, as well as staff at Geological Survey Ireland in preparation for this event.

Geological Survey Ireland Researcher's Night
2024-09-26 18:30 | Maynooth University, Co Kildare, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, Ireland
Geological Survey Ireland Researcher’s Night is happening on the Thursday 26th September at 18:30 (with refreshments from 17:30) in Maynooth University, County Kildare.
Three Maynooth based geoscience researchers will give short presentations about their Geological Survey Ireland funded research.
The event will showcase some leading Irish research from colleagues in Maynooth University focused on Marine, Coastal and Climate research areas.
More information about the event and link to the registration page can be found here: Geological Survey Ireland Researchers’ Night 2024 (gsi.ie)

Geological Society (Early Career Network) Lecture
2024-09-24 18:00 | Burlington House, London and online, Piccadilly, London, United Kingdom
As part of the Geological Society’s Public Lecture Series, Dr Aileen Doran (formerly of iCRAG) will give a talk entitled:
“The Role of Geoscientists in a Just Energy Transition”.
Dr. Doran will explore the geoscience challenges and diverse perspectives on achieving a Just energy transition.
The event is free to attend, and will take place on Tuesday, the 24th of September 2024 at 6pm, both in person at Burlington House, Piccadilly, and online via Zoom.
For more information, including to register for tickets, follow the link here The Geological Society (geolsoc.org.uk)

EFG Short Course in Public Affairs
2024-09-24 10:00 - 11:00 | Online Event
Register for Alan Hardacre, PhD online Masterclass entitled:
“What is Public Affairs and why is it so important for Geologists”
and learn how Public Affairs can shape the future of geology.
Whether you’re a geology professional working in academia, industry, or non-profits, this course is your opportunity to gain top-tier insights and practical tips on how to elevate your advocacy work to the next level.
The course will take place on the 24th September 2024 between 10am and 11am IST (11:00-12:00 CEST).
Register now at this link: European Federation of Geologists (eurgeoltitle.eu)

Irish Association for Economic Geology (IAEG) Webinar
2024-09-24 10:00 | Webinar
IAEG are holding a Webinar on “Search for Innovators in Critical Minerals Exploration” to be given by Mike Sloan of BHP Xplor on Tuesday 24th September at 10am.
The webinar is open to members and non-members of IAEG but you must Register to gain access. Registration link: IAEG – BHP Xplor Online Presentation

Culture Night 2024
2024-09-20
Culture Night – is happening on Friday 20th September.
There are a couple of geoscience-related events by Ireland’s Fossil Heritage,
The Dublin Magmatism Group and the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies Geophysics group.
Please visit Culture Night 2024 for all the listings which can be searched by Genre, Location, Event type etc.

GSNI Northern Ireland Geothermal Webinar Series
2024-09-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Webinar
The 7th webinar of the 2024 Northern Ireland Geothermal Webinar Series will take place Thursday 19th September 2024 between 16:00 and 17:00.
It is entitled “Heterogeneity in the Triassic Sherwood Sandstone reservoir in Northern Ireland: A case study in the Larne Basin”
and will be given by Rioko Moscardini, Postgraduate Researcher, University College Dublin, iCRAG.
This webinar will focus on Rioko Moscardini’s PhD research which investigates how reservoir properties of the Sherwood Sandstone in Northern Ireland vary.
Her research takes an interdisciplinary approach and it will lead to increased understanding of the geothermal potential of this reservoir on the island of Ireland.
Register via the Eventbrite link here Heterogeneity in the Triassic Sherwood Sandstone reservoir in NI Tickets, Thu, Sep 19, 2024 at 4:00 PM | Eventbrite

Belfast Geologists Society fieldtrip
2024-09-14 13:00 | Killard Nature Reserve, Downpatrick, BT30 7PH, United Kingdom
Joint event with Belfast Geologists’ Society and Northern Ireland Regional Group (Geological Society, London) to
Killard Nature Reserve and Killard Point on Saturday 14th September 2024.
This walk, which will last at least 2 hours, will be led by Dr. Alastair Ruffell.
Meet at the layby at Mill Quarter Bay, Killard Road at 1:00pm.
Full details on website Killard Point with Dr. Alastair Ruffell – Belfast Geologist’ Society (belfastgeologists.org)

Save The Date - IAEG Annual Conference
2024-09-14 - 2024-09-15 | Radisson Hotel Sligo, Ballincar,, Rosses Point, Co. Sligo, F91 XW7Y, Ireland
Registration is now open for the Annual IAEG Conference to be held on the 14th and 15th September in the Radisson Hotel in Sligo.
The theme of the conference will be Critical Raw Materials.
You can register at IAEG – IAEG Annual Conference- Securing Resources: CRMs in Europe where there is also more information on registration costs, accommodation, conference dinner and contact details.
If you have a paper or know someone who could contribute to the Conference please get in touch IAEG – Contact

Royal Irish Academy talk: “Mapping Ireland through time: From Cartographies to Communities”
2024-08-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Royal Irish Academy, Dublin, 19 Dawson Street, Dublin 2,, Dublin, D02 HH58, Ireland
Royal Irish Academy talk – the RIA will host a talk on:
“Mapping Ireland through time: From Cartographies to Communities”
which will be held on Tuesday 27th August 2024 at 18:00 – 19:30 at the Royal Irish Academy, 19 Dawson Street, Dublin 2, D02 HH58. The Royal Irish Academy, in partnership with the International Geographical Congress 2024, invites you to a public event that traces the evolution of mapping in Ireland.
From map-making as a colonial project to contemporary community map-making as a means to address significant national challenges, we invite you to consider the social and political power of maps in a variety of contexts across more than 400 years.
Each panellist will present a fifteen-minute talk on maps and map-making during different time periods. This will be followed by a Q&A session moderated by Professor Keith Lilley, Queen’s University Belfast.
From 17:30-18:00 attendees will also have the opportunity to view the OS200 Exhibition outside of its regular opening hours and to peruse material from the Irish and wider European Historic Towns Atlas series which will be on display.
Find out more about the panellists and book your ticket here

EU Green Week Webinar
2024-08-27 08:00 - 11:00 | Webinar
As part of EU Green Week, EuroGeoSurveys and GSEU (Geological Service for Europe) are organizing an online webinar at the EU Green Week next week on the 27th August between 08:00 and 11:00 IST (09:00-12:00 CEST).
The webinar is entitled:
“Towards a water resilient Europe: Exploring the pivotal role of open access data provided by the European Geological Data Infrastructure (EGDI) for groundwater quality and quantity”.
Groundwater is a critical resource, and understanding its quantity and quality is essential for effective management and protection. This webinar will present key tools and initiatives to improve access to important groundwater data across Europe.
The event will conclude with a Q&A session where you will have the opportunity to discuss with our experts.
This webinar is a must for professionals who want to stay up to date on groundwater management and water security in Europe.
More details on what the webinar event will cover and how to register can be found at this link: EU Green Week 2024 – Towards a water resilient Europe: Exploring the pivotal role of open access data provided by the European Geological Data Infrastructure (EGDI) for groundwater quality and quantity | Events | GSEU (geologicalservice.eu)

4th European Mineralogical Conference 2024
2024-08-18 - 2024-08-23 | Trinity College, Dublin, Dublin, D02 KV91, Ireland
4th European Mineralogical Conference, Trinity College Dublin, 18th – 23rd August 2024
The programme with details on oral and poster sessions is available now:
Programme | EMC 2024, Dublin (emc-2024.org).
Registration is still open at this link: Registration | EMC 2024, Dublin (emc-2024.org)

Belfast Geologists Society Fieldtrip
2024-08-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Glenarm and Carnlough, Co Antrim, Carnlough, Ballymena, Antrim, BT44 0EU, United Kingdom
The next fieldtrip with the Belfast Geologists Society will be on 17th August 2024 from 10am until 4pm at Glenarm and Carnlough.
It will be led by Karen Parks and Mary Watson. Meet at Largy Road carpark North of Carnlough (car park beside the SPAR opposite the harbour), 10:00 am. Finish: 4:00 pm.
AS NUMBERS ARE LIMITED BOOKING ESSENTIAL – please email name and numbers in party to belfastgeologists@live.co.uk.
Further information at:
https://belfastgeologists.org/index.php/2024/03/06/carnlough-event-possible-excursion-via-carnlough-hub/
And on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/p/Belfast-Geologists-Society-100071853709689/
Starting at the Community Hub, Carnlough which is being opened for us. Brief introduction to the area followed by a walk in the area, returning to the Hub about 12.00 for coffee and tea.
You can bring a packed lunch and have it there or opt for ‘eating out’ in Carnlough. After Carnlough the group will go on to Garron Point and then to Glenarm.

Heritage Week 2024
2024-08-17 - 2024-08-25
Heritage Week 2024 runs from Saturday 17th August until Sunday 25th August. There are a number of Geology / Geoscience / Fossil events on throughout the country. Please visit:
Home | National Heritage Week 17th – 25th August 2024
for full details, information on booking etc.

Geological Survey of Northern Ireland (GSNI) Map Launch
2024-08-07 10:30 - 12:00 | PRONI, Titanic Quarter, Belfast, 2 Titanic Boulevard Titanic Quarter, Belfast, BT3 9HQ, United Kingdom
GSNI are delighted to be hosting a
‘Launch of the updated Engineering Geology map of Belfast’
on Wednesday 7th August 2024 at 10:30am until 12pm, at PRONI, Titanic Quarter, Belfast.
This is an update to the original 1970s map to meet the needs of numerous geotechnical, civil and environmental engineering stakeholders.
The map will be freely available to download from GSNI’s website after the launch.
More details about the event and how to register to attend are available at this Eventbrite link Launch of the Updated Engineering Geology Map of Belfast Tickets, Wed, Aug 7, 2024 at 10:30 AM | Eventbrite

EFG CPD Academy 2-hour masterclass on “Machine Learning for Geoscientists”
2024-07-31 15:00
Conducted by Tom Meuzelaar from Life Cycle Geo, on Wednesday 31st of July at 3pm.
This session will cover the digital transformation within the mining industry, basic machine learning concepts, and various practical applications.
Registration is now open, so be sure to secure your spot – registration details are available at this link: EFG Community Calendar – European Federation of Geologists (eurgeoltitle.eu)

RESCHEDULED - Belfast Geological Society Fieldtrip - Waterloo, Larne
2024-07-27 09:30 | Waterloo, Larne, Co Antrim, Waterloo Bay, The Promenade,, Larne, County Antrim, BT40 1AB, United Kingdom
RESCHEDULED to Saturday 27th July 2024.
This fieldtrip (rescheduled from the original date of 20th July, due to poor weather) will be led by Karen Parks and will be “An Introduction to the Geology of Waterloo, North of Larne- our Jurassic Coast”.
Meet at the Larne leisure Centre Carpark 9.30am 54.854925, -5.802215.
Further information at https://belfastgeologists.org/index.php/2024/03/06/waterloo-east-antrim-coast-journey-along-the-key-sites/

IGA Weekend Excursion: Rathlin Island, Tieve Bulliagh and The Gobbins, Co. Antrim
2024-07-26 - 2024-07-28 | Rathlin Island, County Antrim, BT54 6BT, United Kingdom
Rathlin Island, Tieve Bulliagh and The Gobbins, Co. Antrim, Northern Ireland. Dr. Mark Cooper (GSNI)
26th – 28th July 2024
