Breaking waves and moisture transport drive extreme precipitation events Press release 9 March 2021 Two intertwined atmospheric processes drive the formation of many extreme precipitation events, especially in dry subtropical regions, according to a study published in Weather and Climate Dynamics. The results show these combined processes have played a key role in creating many historic flooding events, which have led to thousands of fatalities and injuries and billions of dollars in damage. Read more
EGU call for Medal and Award nominations is open! 8 March 2021 Each year the EGU honours individuals for their significant contributions to the Earth, planetary, and space sciences. Union members are asked to submit their nominations for all 2022 medals and awards by 15 June 2021. Read more
Everything you need to know about the vEGU21 schedule! 3 March 2021 From ten keynote presentations and dozens of Short Courses to thousands of vPICO presentations, the programme for the EGU General Assembly 2021 is now finalized. Here, the most up-to-date schedule information—all in one place. Read more
EGU webinar: Getting the most out of online conferences! 2 March 2021 This 11 March webinar will address the guiding vision behind online conferences and how they can help researchers; how attendees can best interact with online platforms; and how to look after yourself while navigating the virtual realm, including during vEGU21. Read more
The Loupe – February: Mars Month! 25 February 2021 The Hope Probe’s science & symbolism; Union leaders’ Vision 2021; GreenEGU; and everything you need to know about vEGU21 sessions! Read more
vEGU to GreenEGU 24 February 2021 What lessons can you take from this year’s virtual General Assembly to make your in-person conferences greener? Read more
Everything you need to know about the vEGU21 scientific sessions 18 February 2021 Here’s the most recent information about the format and key dates for the vPICO sessions at the EGU General Assembly 2021—all in one place. Read more
In 2021, you can still #GreenEGU! 17 February 2021 Here are 5 environmentally friendly things you can try to help create a greener conference experience this year. Read more
University geoscience teachers: apply for an EGU higher education teaching grant! 16 February 2021 The EGU invites applications for grants to fund the preparation of university-level geoscience teaching materials. The deadline is 1 June 2021. Read more
Vision 2021: EGU’s leaders focus on the Union’s future 12 February 2021 2021 promises to be an important year for EGU! Learn more about the Union’s latest initiatives and some of our leaders’ top priorities for the next few years. Read more
