The Institute of Geologists of Ireland

GSNI Northern Ireland Geothermal Webinar Series
2025-10-23 16:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Dublin) | Webinar
The eighth webinar in the 2025 Northern Ireland Geothermal Webinar Series takes place on Thursday 23rd October between 16:00 and 17:00. Ian Devlin (Assistant Principal) Geoscience Policy Section, Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment, will set out the detail of Ireland’s approach to regulating and developing the geothermal energy sector.
Register via the Eventbrite link here Update on Ireland’s Geothermal Energy Policy Tickets, Thu, Oct 23, 2025 at 4:00 PM | Eventbrite

“Digital Geoscience 2025” by Geological Society of London
2025-10-28 - 2025-10-29 | Virtual and Burlington House, Piccadilly, London, Piccadilly, London, W1J 0BG, United Kingdom
Taking place on 28-29 October 2025, the Digital Geoscience Conference explores how cutting-edge digital innovations are reshaping geoscience fieldwork across academia and industry.
The conference is organised by the Geological Society of London (Geol. Soc.).
The Digital Geoscience Conference will touch upon the following themes:

Advances in digital methods for geoscience data capture and analysis
Digital/virtual outcrop models and their applications
Innovative applications of remote sensing, UAVs, and mobile mapping technologies
Integration and visualisation techniques enhancing geological interpretation
AI and machine learning approaches in geoscience field data processing
Digital workflows supporting sustainable resource exploration and environmental management
Virtual Field Trips and best practices for training
Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality
Future opportunities and challenges in digital geoscience field practices

This conference will be the perfect way to stay up to date with critical insights into the way that digital innovations are changing geoscience
Members of the EFG / EurGeols can access 15% off the ‘Digital Geoscience 2025’ conference by virtue of their EFG membership. Simply use the code ‘PARTNER15’ at registration, or contact conference@geolsoc.org.uk

UCD School of Earth Sciences Seminar Series
2025-10-29 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-05 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-12 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-19 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-11-26 13:00 - 14:00 | University College Dublin and on Zoom, G01, School of Earth Sciences, UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4, D04 V1W8, Ireland
Autumn Semester 2025 – These will all be held between 1-2 pm on Wednesdays in E0.61, O’Brien Science Centre, with the exception of the final lecture to be held in a larger space (TBC).
All talks will also be streamed to Zoom at the recurring meeting link found on the flyer here.
There are a variety of Earthly and otherworldly, applied and fundamental topics for you, including inaugural lectures from two new SES Staff and a final SES Winter Lecture on planet formation and giant impacts. All are welcome.
The zoom link is at the top of the attached flyer and will remain the same every week.
Save the flyer for future references as there will be no weekly reminders, unless there is a change to the attached schedule.

International Professional Geology Conference (IPGC)
2025-11-05 - 2025-11-07 | Zaragoza, Spain, Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
The 5th edition of IPGC will take place in November 2025 and IGI are proud to be supporting this conference as one of the collaborating entities Collaborating Entities – 5th IPGC (5th-ipgc.com).
IGI President, Eoin Wyse, will also be sitting on the Honorary Committee.
Under the theme “Building on the Past, Advancing towards the Future: Geology in the Era of Technology”, geology professionals and industry leaders from all over the world will gather to share knowledge and network.
Organised by the Spanish Official Association of Geologists (Colegio Oficial de Geólogos), the European Federation of Geologists (EFG), and the Portuguese Association of Geologists (Associação Portuguesa de Geólogos), we invite you to save the dates:
· Zaragoza, Spain
· 5 to 7 November 2025
Registration opens this October, but in the meantime, check out the conference website and stay tuned for further announcements in the coming weeks! Home – 5th IPGC (5th-ipgc.com).

IGI Energy Geoscience - Webinar 3
2025-11-05 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar
Keith Byrne, Aspen Energy – “Renewable Resources to Hydrogen: storage and end-use”
Wednesday 5th November 1 – 2pm
The IGI’s online seminar series focused on the energy transition continues.
This four-part 1-2pm lunchtime webinar series (organised by the Energy Geoscience Working Group of IGI) will spotlight key areas of energy geoscience, featuring expert speakers from academia, government agencies, and industry.
Attendees will gain an understanding of how geoscience supports Ireland’s energy security and sustainability, with insights into cutting-edge research and industry developments. Please see flyer here
To register your interest, please sign up using this link: https://forms.office.com/e/cd0aWVnw9H.
Zoom link will be shared with participants in advance of the seminars.

Geothermal Association of Ireland and GEMINI Project evening event-update
2025-11-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Engineers Ireland, Ballsbridge, Dublin, Clyde Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin, Ireland
“Opportunities in Geothermal Energy – What to expect for the Island of Ireland”
To showcase the work of the Geothermal Association of Ireland, and to preview the outputs from the GEMINI geothermal energy demonstration project, GAI would like to invite you to an informal evening event in Dublin on 5th November, from 6-8pm at the Conference Room, Engineers Ireland, Clyde Road, Dublin D04 R3N2.
The main speaker will be Sanjeev Kumar of the European Geothermal Energy Council and discussions will be moderated by Kevin O’Sullivan, Environment and Science Editor with the Irish Times.
The event will run from 6pm til 8pm and refreshments will be served at 8pm.
The event is free, but registration is essential – to register and find more information please see our Eventbrite page https://geothermalopportunitites.eventbrite.ie
To guarantee your place, please register by 23rd October.
Download flyer here

Science Week 2025
2025-11-09 - 2025-11-16
Science Week – takes place between the 9th and 16th November.
This year, Science Week celebrates its 30th anniversary with the theme “Then. Today. Tomorrow”.
A full list of events can be found at Science Week 2025, which can be searched keyword, location or date.

EFG Academy Course: “Geoparks and Geotourism: A guide to sustainable tourism”
2025-11-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Online Event
The European Federation of Geologists (EFG) Academy is running a new short course in “Geoparks and Geotourism: A guide to sustainable tourism”.
This 2-hour online masterclass will now take place on Thursday 11th September between 14:00 and 16:00 IST (15:00-17:00 CEST).
It will be led by Dr Enas Abd Elhady Ahmed – a global expert in geotourism and geological heritage. This course will equip you with practical tools, global case studies, and strategies for responsible tourism, helping you make a real impact in your community or profession.
The course fee is €77 (or €70 for EurGeols).
More information and a registration link can be found here EFG Academy: Geoparks & Geotourism Course

Irish Mining and Quarrying Society (IMQS) Annual Dinner Dance
2025-11-15 | Hodson Bay Spa Hotel, Athlone, Co Westmeath, Roscommon Road, Athlone, Co Westmeath, Athlone, N37 XR82, Ireland
The IMQS Annual Black-tie Dinner Dance will be held this coming Saturday 15th November 2025 at The Hodson Bay Hotel, Athlone .
More information and booking link from this website Hodson Bay Spa Hotel – IMQS Annual Black Tie Dinner Dance – 15th November 2025 where you can also find more information on accommodation options and the golf outing.

IAH Technical Discussion Meeting
2025-11-17 17:15 | DCEE, Tom Johnson House, Haddington Road, Dublin and Online, Haddington Road, Dublin, D04 K7X4, Ireland
The next IAH TDM will be given by Bridget Scanlon of the University of Texas on “Use of Satellites, Global Modelling, and Monitoring to Assess Sustainability of Global Water Resources”.
This hybrid meeting will be held at 17:15 on Monday 17th November, in-person at Beggars Bush, D04 K7X4 and online via Zoom.
Further details can be found here: https://www.iah-ireland.org/upcoming-events/ (below the information about the AGM). If attending in-person, please register at the Eventbrite link IAH TDM – Understanding the Sustainability of Global Water Resources Tickets, Mon, Nov 17, 2025 at 5:45 PM | Eventbrite in advance.

Belfast Geologists Society Lecture
2025-11-17 19:00 | Methodist College Belfast and on Zoom, 1 Malone Rd, Belfast, BT9 6BY, United Kingdom
This talk by Dr Joanne Curran, entitled “Rock Solid: A Geological Perspective on our Stone-built Heritage” will be held as a hybrid event, at Methodist College Belfast, McArthur Hall and online via Zoom– on Monday 17th November 2025 at 7pm.
This presentation explores the connection between Ireland’s geological foundation and its architectural heritage. It will examine how knowledge of rock properties was an essential skill for architects and builders in the 19th and 20th centuries.
The talk will also address current challenges in selecting appropriate stone materials for both new construction projects and the conservation of historic buildings.
Zoom link
Topic: ‘Rock Solid: A Geological Perspective on our Stone-built Heritage’ Joanne Curran
Time: Nov 17, 2025 06:45 PM London
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Royal Irish Academy event – Geography and Geosciences in the School Curriculum
2025-11-19 18:00 | Royal Irish Academy, Dublin, 19 Dawson Street, Dublin 2,, Dublin, D02 HH58, Ireland
The Royal Irish Academy is pleased to be partnering with the Geographical Society of Ireland to host an evening panel event exploring geography and geosciences in the school curriculum.
Taking place during Geography Awareness Week 2025, on Wednesday, 19 November 2025 at 6.00 p.m (Followed by reception at 7.30 p.m.) at the Royal Irish Academy, 19 Dawson Street, Dublin 2, and online.
The panel discussion aims to draw attention to the importance of geography and geosciences in evolving school curricula, across primary, post-primary and higher education, and to highlight how these disciplines can support and enhance the renewed focus on education around climate action and sustainable development.
The event will be structured as a keynote delivered by Professor David Kaplan, Kent State University, followed by a panel discussion moderated by Dr Karen Keaveney, President of the Geographical Society of Ireland. The panel includes, among others, IGI President, Dr Siobhán Power of Geological Survey Ireland.
Please note: this is a hybrid event so you will be able to join us online or in-person in the Royal Irish Academy. Please specify your ticket-type when booking. Book your ticket here.

IGI Energy Geoscience - Webinar 4
2025-11-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar
Dr Kara English, Dr Pablo Rodriguez Salgado and Dr Gustavo Martins, University College Dublin – “GeoStorIE. Update on the assessment of Ireland’s offshore geostorage potential”
Thursday 20th November 1 – 2pm
The IGI’s online seminar series focused on the energy transition continues. This four-part 1-2pm lunchtime webinar series (organised by the Energy Geoscience Working Group of IGI) will spotlight key areas of energy geoscience, featuring expert speakers from academia, government agencies, and industry.
Attendees will gain an understanding of how geoscience supports Ireland’s energy security and sustainability, with insights into cutting-edge research and industry developments. Please see flyer here
To register your interest, please sign up using this link:
https://forms.office.com/e/cd0aWVnw9H.
Zoom link will be shared with participants in advance of the seminars.

GSNI Northern Ireland Geothermal Webinar Series
2025-11-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Webinar
The ninth webinar in the 2025 Northern Ireland Geothermal Webinar Series takes place on Thursday 20th November between 16:00 and 17:00.
Marlon Brancher (Research Associate, GeoSphere Austria), Javiera Paz Chocobar Villegas (Researcher, Technical University of Munich) and Riccardo Pasquali (Director, GeoServ) will discuss the GeoBOOST project and demonstrate toolkits developed for addressing regulatory and legislative barriers, for improving financial models and supporting upskilling in the sector.
Register via the Eventbrite link: GeoBOOST – Increasing the Deployment of Geothermal Heat Pumps in Europe Tickets, Thu, Nov 20, 2025 at 4:00 PM | Eventbrite

IAEG 2025 Lecture Series
2025-11-25 19:00 | Online Event
The final lecture in the IAEG series will be given by Rachael Paul of SGZ Cononish Acrux Gold.
Entitled “The Mining Cycle of the Cononish Gold Mine.”
It will take place Online at 7 pm on Tuesday, 25th November.
The talk will then be followed by the IAEG AGM. The Lecture and AGM are only open to IAEG members.
Registration is open via the IAEG website: IAEG – Online 2025 AGM + Lecture: The Mining Cycle of Cononish Gold Mine – Rachael Paul.
Please register in plenty of time to ensure you receive an invite. For further information contact secretary@iaeg.ie for membership queries contact treasurer@iaeg.ie.

Irish UNESCO Geopark Public Forum
2025-11-26 - 2025-11-27 | Hotel Doolin, Co Clare, Hotel Doolin, Rivervale, Doolin, Co. Clare, Ireland, Doolin, Ireland
The Irish UNESCO Global Geoparks Network Annual Public Forum will be hosted by the Burren Cliffs of Moher, UNESCO Global Geopark at Hotel Doolin, Doolin, Co. Clare on Wednesday 26th (10am-5pm) and Thursday 27th November (9:30am – 4pm).
The theme of this year’s forum is “Natural Capital Unpackaged – How UNESCO Global Geoparks can play a role”.
The first day will comprise talks from a range of speakers from GSI, GSNI, UNESCO, Clare County Council and others, which will be followed by a Fieldtrip on the second day.
More information is available from this link Irish Geoparks Forum 2025 Further Information | The Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Global Geopark

Belfast Geologist’s Society Talk
2025-12-01 19:00 | Methodist College Belfast and on Zoom, 1 Malone Rd, Belfast, BT9 6BY, United Kingdom
The next talk will be held on Monday, 1st December as a hybrid event, both at McArthur Hall, Methodist College and online via Zoom.
Refreshments at 6.30pm and the talk will start at 7.00pm.
The talk will be given by Paul Lyle and will be linked to Paul’s new book: GeoHibernica: The Irish Landscapes, Peoples, and Cultures, which explores the profound relationship between Ireland’s diverse geological foundations and the societies that have shaped—and been shaped by—its landscape over millennia.
More information on the talk can be found at this link: GeoHibernica: The Irish Landscapes, its peoples and cultures – Belfast Geologist’ Society.
Paul Lyle graduated from the Queen’s University of Belfast with a BSc in Geology, followed by a PhD. He then took up a post as Lecturer in Geology at Ulster University where his research interests centred on the Antrim Lava Group, particularly those of the Giant’s Causeway.
Please note, there is also a discount available on the book (more details in the flyer here)
ZOOM LINK – please sign in between 6.45 and 7.00pm and once the talks starts, we cannot admit anyone else in.
Topic: GeoHibernica: The Irish Landscapes, People and Cultures by Dr Paul Lyle
Time: Dec 1, 2025 06:45 PM Greenwich Mean Time Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 863 1075 8911
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Irish Quaternary Association (IQUA) Annual Autumn Symposium 2025
2025-12-05 11:00 - 17:00 | DCEE, Tom Johnson House, Haddington Road, Dublin and Online, Haddington Road, Dublin, D04 K7X4, Ireland
This event, under the theme of “Ireland’s evolving landscape” – will be held on Friday 5th December, between 11am and 5pm in Tom Johnson House, Beggars Bush, Dublin (D04K7X4). You can download the schedule for the symposium here.
If you plan to attend, even for part of the day, please fill in the google form at the link below, as they need to submit a list of attendees to the venue:
Pre-registration link

EuroGeoSurveys webinar
2025-12-11 14:00 - 15:15 | Webinar
The Geological Mapping and Modelling Expert Group will host its webinar “Uncovering our Geological History using INFOMAR Bathymetry Data”
Thursday 11th December 2025 from 13:00-14:15 IST (14:00-15:15 CEST).
In this session, Aileen Bohan will highlight the workflow developed by Geological Survey Ireland, integrating onshore–offshore datasets and seabed exposure mapping.
A programme and access link can be found here Uncovering our Geological History using INFOMAR Bathymetry Data at the Geological Survey of Ireland – EuroGeoSurveys

GSNI Northern Ireland Geothermal Webinar Series
2025-12-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Webinar
The tenth (and final) webinar in the 2025 Northern Ireland Geothermal Webinar Series takes place on Thursday 11th December between 16:00 and 17:00.
Dr Aoife Braiden, Managing Director RML Research Management & Logistics Ltd & GEMINI Management Team, and Nicola Noller, GEMINI Communications and Engagement Officer, RML will showcase the GEMINI Geothermal Energy Project, which is delivering four geothermal energy demonstrators and a series of cross-border tools, data products and supports for the geothermal energy sector on the island of Ireland.
Register via the Eventbrite link: The GEMINI Geothermal Energy Project Tickets, Thu, Dec 11, 2025 at 4:00 PM | Eventbrite

Hydrogeology Talk
2026-01-13 18:30 | Online Event
The NI Geotechnical Group, the Belfast Geologists’ Society & the NI Regional Group (Geological Society of London) will be holding an online talk at 18:30 on Tuesday 13th January 2026.
It will be given by David McLorinan of MCL Consulting who will be talking about “Supernatural Geology? – debunking strange phenomenon in Ireland’s Aquifer Systems”.
There are more details in the flyer here, including the MS Teams link for the talk.

IAH Ireland Hydrology Course
2026-01-14 09:00 - 17:00 | DCEE, Tom Johnson House, Haddington Road, Dublin and Online, Haddington Road, Dublin, D04 K7X4, Ireland
IAH (Irish Group) will be running a full-day CPD course on “Groundwater, Hydrology & Climate Change” at DCEE / Tom Johnson House, Beggar’s Bush, Haddington Road, D04 K7X4, on Wednesday 14th January 2026 between 9am and 5pm.
Join them for a workshop exploring how hydrological processes influence groundwater, with a strong focus on climate-related impacts.
Hear from experts across academia, industry and national agencies as they cover rainfall patterns, recharge, evapotranspiration, coastal impacts, runoff management and more.
This event is ideal for practitioners and professionals working with hydrological or groundwater data.
Costs: €60 for IAH members / €120 for non-members (refreshments and lunch included). Please note dietary requirements when registering.
Register via this Eventbrite link IAH (Irish Group) CPD Course: Groundwater, Hydrology and Climate Change Tickets, Wed, Jan 14, 2026 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite where there is also a programme for the workshop listing topics and speakers.

UCD School of Earth Sciences Seminar Series – Spring Semester 2026
2026-01-21 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-28 13:00 - 14:00 | University College Dublin and on Zoom, G01, School of Earth Sciences, UCD, Belfield, Dublin 4, D04 V1W8, Ireland
These will be held between 1-2 pm on Wednesdays in E0.61, O’Brien Science Centre, and also be streamed to Zoom at the recurring meeting link found below and on the flyer here.
The zoom link will remain the same every week. All are welcome.
Save the flyer for future references as there will be no weekly reminders, unless there is a change to the attached schedule.
Join Zoom Meeting:
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Meeting ID: 698 3441 1743
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Galway Geological Association – Lecture
2026-01-22 19:00 | ZOOM
Lecture via Zoom Thursday 22nd January 2026 at 19:00.
To be given by Prof. Dr Bernd Zolitschka, Institute of Geography, University of Bremen. Prof. Zolitschka will be talking about “The Eifel volcanic field, Germany: type-location of “maars”, natural archives of exceptional environmental records”.
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More details and information on future GGA and other events can be found on the flyer here.

GSNI Northern Ireland Geothermal Webinar Series
2026-01-29 16:00 - 17:00 | Webinar
The first webinar in the 2026 Northern Ireland Geothermal Webinar Series takes place on Thursday 29th January between 16:00 and 17:00.
Sharon Clements, Head of Geothermal Policy at the Department for the Economy NI will provide an overview of the GeoEnergy NI project, including progress to date, the findings from the shallow geothermal demonstrator at Stormont, the deep geothermal exploratory work at Greenmount and the implications of this work for future geothermal development in Northern Ireland.
Register via the Eventbrite link GeoEnergy NI: Results, Lessons Learned and What’s Next for Geothermal in NI Tickets, Thu, Jan 29, 2026 at 4:00 PM | Eventbrite
