Geological Society of the Philippines

14/04/2026

📢 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐂𝐨𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐏𝐮𝐥𝐬𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐎𝐧𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠!⁣
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Preparations for GeoCon 2026 are well underway—but we need to hear from you.⁣
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In light of the ongoing oil crisis and its impact on travel and participation, the Geological Society of the Philippines is conducting a pulse survey to get an accurate headcount of members still willing to attend onsite in Davao City.⁣
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📅 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐲 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐝: 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝟏𝟑–𝟏𝟕, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔⁣
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Your response is essential in guiding key decisions for GeoCon 2026.⁣
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📩 Please check your email and respond promptly.

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08/04/2026

📢 PMRC 101.4 Webinar
Basics of the Philippine Mineral Reporting Code (PMRC), 2020 Edition

📅 April 23, 2026
🕐 1:00-5:00 PM
🎓 CPD units: Applied for

This session provides an introductory overview of PMRC 2020, its IRR, the core principles of Transparency, Materiality, and Competence, and recent updates.
Please see the attached announcement and program for details.

You may register via the link below:

PMRC 101.4 - Basics of the Philippine Mineral Reporting Code 2020 Edition

28/03/2026

15/03/2026

The DENR-Mines and Geosciences Bureau is pleased to launch our Official MGB Geohazards Operation Center page.

This page is the dedicated social media platform of DENR-MGB for geohazards information, advisories, and disaster risk reduction initiatives.

Like and follow us for timely updates and advisories on rain-induced landslides and flood hazards, safety tips, official announcements, and other resources on geohazards and DRRM.

Together, let us build safer and more resilient communities.

Mines and Geosciences Bureau

14/03/2026

PMRC 101.4: Basics of the Philippine Mineral Reporting Code, 2020 Edition

This webinar provides an introductory overview of the Philippine Mineral Reporting Code (PMRC) 2020 Edition, covering its Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR), the core principles of Transparency, Materiality, and Competence, and recent PMRC updates relevant to compliance reporting.

The session is intended for current and aspiring Accredited Competent Persons (ACPs), as well as geologists, mining engineers, metallurgical engineers, and other professionals involved in mineral exploration, evaluation, and reporting.
📅 Date: April 23, 2026
🕐 Time: 1:00 - 5:00 PM

🔗 Register here:
https://app.xperto.ph/event/2026-pmrc-1014

Please refer to the attached program for full details.

We hope you can join us for this session and other upcoming GSP-PMRCC learning activities.

13/03/2026

Join us at PMRC 181:

Sustainability Reporting for Accredited Competent Persons (ACPs): An Introduction!

Sustainability reporting is no longer optional, it is becoming central to how mining projects are evaluated, financed, and governed.

Join PMRC 181 on March 27, 2026 (1:00–5:00 PM) for a focused webinar designed for ACPs and industry professionals who need a clear grounding in ESG practices, Net Zero operations, and the practical implementation of IFRS S1 & S2 in the mining sector.

🔎 What to expect:
• ESG best practices from industry leaders
• International benchmarks on Net Zero operations
• Practical guidance on IFRS sustainability disclosures
• Science-based perspectives on climate change and risk
• Open forum with experts

This is essential CPD for professionals serious about credible, standards-aligned mineral reporting.

📅 March 27, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
💻 Webinar

Register here: https://app.xperto.ph/event/pmrc-181

Secure your slot now!

09/03/2026

Today, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and voices of women everywhere.
Let’s continue to break barriers and build a more inclusive future together.

💜 Happy International Women’s Day! 💜

05/03/2026

✈️ Seat Sale Alert!

Planning to attend GeoCon 2026? Now might be the perfect time to book your flight! With the Piso Sale, you can secure your trip to Davao early.

GeoCon 2026: Bridging regions, advancing geoscience

📍 SMX Convention Center, SM Lanang — Davao City
📅 December 1–2, 2026
🧭 GeoTour: December 3–5, 2026

⚠️ December is peak travel season, so participants are highly encouraged to book flights and accommodations ASAP.

See you in Davao! 🌏✈️

04/03/2026

🌏 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐂𝐨𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐨!⁣⁣
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For the first time, the annual conference of the Geological Society of the Philippines brings geoscientists from across the country together in Mindanao.⁣⁣
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𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐂𝐨𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔: "𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐠𝐞𝐨𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞."⁣⁣
📍 𝐒𝐌𝐗 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫, SM Lanang — Davao City⁣⁣
📅 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: December 1–2, 2026⁣⁣
🧭 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐫: December 3–5, 2026⁣⁣
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⚠️ 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐝!⁣⁣
December is peak travel season, so participants are strongly encouraged to secure flights and accommodations ASAP.⁣⁣
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✈️ 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭!⁣⁣
With the ongoing , this might be the perfect time to book your flights to Davao.⁣⁣
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📅 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝!⁣⁣
More details on registration, speakers, abstract submission, seat sales, accommodation recommendations, and activities will be released soon. ⁣⁣
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📢 𝐀𝐥𝐥 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐂𝐨𝐧-𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐒𝐏 𝐰𝐞𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐞, 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐩𝐚𝐠𝐞, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐯𝐢𝐚 𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐥.⁣⁣
Follow this page, and visit the official GSP website:⁣⁣
🌐 𝐡𝐭𝐭𝐩𝐬://𝐠𝐞𝐨𝐥𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐩𝐡𝐢𝐥.𝐜𝐨𝐦.⁣⁣
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💡 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬: 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐆𝐒𝐏 𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐝𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐨𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐬.⁣⁣
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𝐒𝐞𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐨! 🌋✈️⁣⁣
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15/02/2026

Applications for Accredited Competent Person in Geology (ACP–Geology) are now OPEN!

Key Eligibility Requirements:

PRC License: Must hold a valid and current Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) License in Geology.

GSP Membership: Active member of the Geological Society of the Philippines (GSP) for at least two consecutive years.

Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in mineral exploration or mineral resource estimation.

Professional Standing: Must provide three references (including at least one active ACP) and a current Professional Tax Receipt (PTR).

Seminar: Attendance at a PMRC-related seminar conducted by the GSP Mineral Reporting Code Committee is required.