PERC-Geol Soc. online training
2026-07-30 | Online, Ireland
The Pan European Reserves and Resources Reporting Committee (PERC) are currently running an online course with Geological Society of London (Geol Soc.), entitled: “An Introduction to the CRIRSCO Family of Reporting Codes”.
The course started on 11th June, but it is possible to register for the upcoming individual modules.
The link below is for the full series of modules, but it is possible to register for individual modules only – see details on the linked page: https://percstandard.org/event/online-an-introduction-to-the-crirsco-family-of-reporting-codes-all-modules/.
A 40% discount is available for PERC members.
Members of the IGI, which is a PERC member, qualify for the discount – please email the office @info@igi.ie for discount code.

Belfast Geologists Fieldtrip to the Cavan Burren
2026-08-01 10:30 - 15:30 (Europe/Dublin) | Cavan Burren Forrest Park, Blacklion, Cavan, Ireland
Belfast Geologists next fieldtrip will be held this Saturday 1st August between 10:30 and 15:30 in the Cavan Burren.
More information can be found here Cavan Burren Field Trip – Belfast Geologist’ Society.
Meeting point at the Cavan Burren forest park car park – Google pin https://maps.app.goo.gl/M1ERp5c4txzJJgdH9 – sufficient car parking available.
Please complete the link below if you intend to come to this event https://forms.gle/rfRo3ZXMDda2Xu4d9.
If you have any questions prior to the trip, please contact them using info@belfastgeologists.org

Heritage Week 2026
2026-08-15 - 2026-08-23
From Saturday 15th August until Sunday 23rd August.
Visit Home | National Heritage Week 15th – 23rd August 2026 for full details, information on booking etc.

Belfast Geologists Society Field trip
2026-08-15 11:00 - 16:00 | Killard Nature Reserve, Downpatrick, BT30 7PH, United Kingdom
The next Belfast Geologists Society fieldtrip will be held jointly with the Belfast Naturalists Field club, at Killard Point National Nature Reserve, this coming Saturday 15th August between 11am and 4pm.
The fieldtrip will explore the geology, and late summer orchids, in the coastal grassland and rock exposures at Killard. More information can be found here Geology and Orchids at Killard Point National Nature Reserve – Belfast Geologist’ Society

Geothermal District Heating & Cooling Days
2026-09-03 - 2026-09-04 | The Gibson Hotel, Dublin, Point Square,, Dublin, D01 X2P2, Ireland
Geothermal District Heating & Cooling Days co-hosted by Geothermal Association of Ireland (GAI) and European Geothermal Energy Council (EGEC) – Registration is now open.
The event will be held in The Gibson Hotel, Dublin on Thursday 3rd and 4th September 2026.
For the first time, Ireland will host this flagship European event, bringing together policymakers, investors, developers, utilities, researchers and industry leaders to discuss how geothermal heating, cooling and thermal energy storage can support Europe’s energy transition.
More information on what to expect and how to register can be found at this link About | Geothermal District Heating and Cooling Days 2026

Save the date: INFOMAR Conference 2026
2026-10-06 - 2026-10-07 | University of Galway, University Road, Galway, H91 TK33, Ireland
INFOMAR is the national seabed mapping programme funded by the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment and is jointly managed by Geological Survey Ireland and the Marine Institute.
Their annual conference will take place in University of Galway on 6–7 October 2026.
Bringing together stakeholders from government, research, industry and the wider marine community, the conference will showcase the latest developments in Ireland’s national seabed mapping programme and explore the growing role of marine data in supporting research, policy and sustainable ocean management.
Further details including the agenda and registration information will be announced in the coming weeks.

Irish Brownfield Network (IBN) 2026 Conference
2026-10-14 | Riddel Hall, Queen’s University Belfast, University Rd,, Belfast, BT7 1NN, United Kingdom
Irish Brownfield Network (IBN) 2026 Conference – the Ireland Brownfield Network is pleased to invite IGI Members to the 2026 IBN Conference “Shaping the Future of Brownfield Redevelopment: New Rules, New Tools”.
This in-person, day-long event will be held at the fantastic Riddel Hall in Belfast on Wednesday the 14th October 2026.
There will be expert speakers covering topics relating to new laws, new legislation, new guidance, and trailblazing techniques all relevant to the redevelopment of brownfield sites across the island of Ireland. Speakers’ bios and titles will be issued over the coming weeks.
This is an excellent opportunity to network with practitioners from across the brownfield discipline, hear about cutting-edge research, and see how Ai is shaping the future of brownfield redevelopment.
Early careers attendees are encouraged to enter the poster competition, themed around the challenges of brownfield redevelopment, for their chance to win cash prizes of £150 and £100. Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors (see attached flyer for details), the event costs only £80 per person.
Refreshments and food will be served throughout the day, and we will finish with a social event of complimentary canapés and beverages of your choice.
Spaces will be limited, so book your place using the Eventbrite link Ireland Brownfield Network 2026 Conference Tickets, Wednesday, October 14 • 9 AM – 7 PM | Eventbrite

MINEX Europe Mining and Exploration Forum and Industry Exhibition
2026-10-28 - 2026-10-30 | Knightsbrook Hotel, Trim, Co. Meath, Trim, Co Meath, C15 WYF4, Ireland
MINEX Europe – the 10th MINEX Europe Mining and Exploration Forum and Industry Exhibition will be held between the 28th and 30th October 2026 at the Knightsbrook Hotel, Trim, Co. Meath.
On 30th October, the Forum participants will be offered an opportunity to visit Tara Mine – one of Europe’s largest mines operated by Boliden, producing zinc and lead concentrates for the European market.
More information is available at this website MINEX Europe 2026 where you can download a brochure and look at the agenda for the event 28 October – MINEX Europe 2026.

Save the Date - Irish Mining and Quarrying Society (IMQS) Annual Dinner Dance
2026-11-14 | 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 on Saturday 14th November 2026 at The Hodson Bay Hotel, Athlone .
More information and booking link from this website IMQS Annual Dinner Dance 2026 – Save The Date – IMQS.

Save the Date - 6th International Professional Geological Congress
2027-10-15 - 2027-10-17 | Hammamet, Tunisia, Nabeul Governorate, Hammamet, Tunisia
The 6th International Professional Geological Congress (IPGC) will be held in Hammamet, Tunisia from 15th to 17th October 2027.
The 6th IPGC is proudly co-organised by the European Federation of Geologists (EFG) and the Tunisian Association for Geophysics, Geosciences, and Environment (AGGE).
Stay tuned for more details on the scientific programme, keynote speakers, and registration.
