Water as a Geological Resource

This 2-day, interdisciplinary meeting brings together geoscientists working across research, industry and governance to understand the critical role of water in Earth and built systems focusing on the following themes:

Water as a commodity, resource, or tool – from diverse sources and reservoirs to evolving uses in the Energy Transition and other diverse industries, in addition to the social impacts of this
Regulation, risk, and protection – impacts on communities and environments (natural, industrial and the built environment), and interdisciplinary engagement
Tools and data-driven approaches – developing AI digital tools and best practice
Education and skills pipeline – understanding engagement towards development of future skills

Call for Abstracts

The call for abstracts is now open. You can submit your abstract at the link below:

Submit your abstract here

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The deadline for abstract submissions is Monday 27 April 2026

In-person fees

Fellow £205

Non-Fellow £345

Student Member £40

Student Non-Member £80

Speaker (Fellow) £205

Speaker (Non-Fellow) £215

Speaker (Student Member) £40

Speaker (Student Non-Member) £70

Retired Fellow £205

Corporate Affiliate £220

Virtual fees

Fellow £95

Non-Fellow £155

Student Member £0

Student Non-Member £30

Speaker (Fellow) £90

Speaker (Non-Fellow) £120

Speaker (Student Member) £0

Speaker (Student Non-Member) £25

Retired Fellow £90

Corporate Affiliate £125

Group discounts

5–9 delegates: 10% off
10–14 delegates: 15% off
15 delegates or more: 20% off

Please contact conference@geolsoc.org.uk for any group bookings.

We offer discounted rates for those in developing countries. Please email conference@geolsoc.org.uk for more information