The First Circular for IGC 2028 is ready to read now!
We invite your participation in the planning of the Program by submitting a proposal in either the Call for Sessions, Workshops and Short Courses, or the Call for Field Excursions. If you have any questions, please email igc2028-program@globalplanning.ca.
The International Geological Congress (IGC) is the premier conference for the advancement of global Earth Science. It takes place every four years in a major city, attracting over 6,000 geoscientists from across the globe - akin to hosting the Olympics for Earth Sciences. In 2024, Canada won the bid host the 38th IGC, IGC 2028, in Calgary in 2028. The Scientific Program is inspired by the congress tagline “Geosciences for Humanity”.
The history of the Earth, from its infancy 4.6 billion years ago to the present day, is captured across The Americas. Against this backdrop, we will explore our human environment, climate drivers, resources essential for modern-day life, mitigation of natural disasters, corporate social responsibilities and Indigenous reconciliation.
Important Dates
- Session Proposals: March 2026 – March 2027
- Abstract Submission: June 2027 – March 2028
- Online Registration: June 2027 – June 2028