International Union of Geological Sciences

The International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS) is an international non-governmental organization devoted to international cooperation in the field of geology. As of 2023, it represents more than 1 million geoscientists around the world.

International Union of Geological Sciences
AbbreviationIUGS
Formation1961 (1961)
TypeINGO, standards organization
HeadquartersFounded in Paris, France, secretariat in Beijing, China
Region served
Worldwide
President
Qiuming Cheng (Canada/China)
Key people
  • Stanley Finney
    (Secretary General)
  • Hiroshi Kitazato
    (Treasurer)
Parent organization
International Science Council (ISC)
Websitewww.iugs.org
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