The European Association of Geochemistry, EAG, was established in 1985 to promote geochemistry internationally and in particular, provide a platform within Europe for the presentation of geochemistry, exchange of ideas, publications and recognition of scientific excellence.
The EAG has established several core activities to support geochemistry in Europe:
- The EAG organizes the Goldschmidt conference on odd years in Europe, in partnership with the Geochemical Society. The Goldschmidt conference is designed as the primary meeting worldwide for the presentation and exchange of scientific ideas in geochemistry.
- The EAG, along with several other geochemically-relevant organizations communicates through and participates in the production of the international journal Elements.
- The EAG publishes a new journal, Geochemical Perspectives, entirely run and edited by and for the geochemical community.
- Chemical Geology, published by Elsevier, is the official scientific journal of the EAG.
- The EAG recognizes scientific excellence through several awards.
- The EAG sponsors short courses and small conferences.
- Finally, the EAG supports an expanding web-based presence providing support and networking for geochemists in Europe.
