Each month we feature specific Divisions of EGU and during the monthly GeoRoundup we put the journals that publish science from those Divisions at the top of the Highlights section. During this month, we are featuring Seismology (SM) and Climate: Past, Present & Future (CL). They are represented by the journals Geoscientific Model Development (GMD), Solid …[Read More]
Navigating the tides of change: A strategic foresight into a post-petroleum future by 2040
Today, as we mark the anniversary of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), founded in Baghdad on September 14, 1960, by five oil-producing nations: Saudi Arabia, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, and Venezuela, and with the European Union setting ambitious climate targets for 2040 , the global energy landscape stands at a critical juncture. A …[Read More]
Earth Science Week: What can you do to celebrate energy resources for our future?
As the air grows crisp and autumn’s colors begin to emerge in many parts of the Northern Hemisphere, I’m reminded that we’re approaching a special time of year for those of us who love the Earth. It’s Earth Science Week (12-18 October 2025), and this year, the theme Energy Resources for Our Future feels incredibly …[Read More]
Is the climate crisis also a literacy crisis? Time to move from data dumping to co-creating knowledge with communities
Today, September 8th, marks International Literacy Day with the theme “Promoting literacy in the digital era”, so it’s a moment to pause and consider the multifaceted nature of literacy. Beyond the foundational ability to read and write, literacy encompasses the capacity to comprehend, evaluate, and apply information within various contexts. It is this broader understanding …[Read More]
GeoRoundup: the highlights of EGU Journals published during August!
Each month we feature specific Divisions of EGU and during the monthly GeoRoundup we put the journals that publish science from those Divisions at the top of the Highlights section. During this month, we are featuring Geochemistry, Mineralogy, Petrology & Volcanology (GMPV), Geodynamics (GD), and Stratigraphy, Sedimentology, and Palaeontology (SSP). They are represented by the journals …[Read More]
Sue the unconventional tyrant: 35 years of discovery, science, and icon status
This year marks the 35th anniversary of a discovery that redefined our understanding of the Tyrannosaurus Rex and captivated the world. It’s a story of serendipity, fierce legal battles, groundbreaking science, and an unexpected journey into pop culture. Discovered in South Dakota in 1990 by fossil hunter Sue Hendrickson, Sue is not just any dinosaur …[Read More]
A leap of faith: Should we trust AI with a million-year problem?
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been here a while, and it isn’t going anywhere, not any time soon. It has become an integral part of many lives and businesses. When I speak of AI, I am not referring to GenAI (generative AI) that writes your emails for you: Think about the algorithms that suggest what movie …[Read More]
Where to next? A Geotourism guide to some of the World’s most epic landscapes
Geological tourism, or geotourism, offers a unique way to experience our planet’s incredible history and ongoing dynamic processes. Beyond simply admiring beautiful landscapes, geotourism invites us to understand the forces that shaped them, from ancient tectonic movements to the relentless power of erosion. Join us as we explore some remarkable geotourism destinations, each telling a …[Read More]
GeoRoundup: the highlights of EGU Journals published during July!
Each month we feature specific Divisions of EGU and during the monthly GeoRoundup we put the journals that publish science from those Divisions at the top of the Highlights section. During this month, we are featuring Earth Magnetism & Rock Physics (EMRP), Geodesy (G), and Geomorphology (GM). They are represented by the journals Geoscientific Model Development …[Read More]
Mangroves: Our coastal guardians of soil, biodiversity, and climate
Mangrove forests, rare tidal woodlands at the interface of land and sea, are extraordinary ecosystems that bridge freshwater and marine environments. These forests support rich biodiversity and invaluable nursery habitat for fish and crustaceans, while also providing food, shelter, and cultural resources to millions of coastal communities. Think of mangroves as sea walls: their dense, …[Read More]