SEG 2018: Metals, Minerals, and Society
SEG's flagship quadrennial conference focusing on the growing importance of economic geology in mining, exploration, research, energy, infrastructure and modern technology development. Features technical sessions, plenary presentations, and networking opportunities for industry professionals.
The Society of Economic Geologists' premier conference represents the most significant gathering in economic geology, held only once every four years. This edition emphasizes the expanding role of economic geology beyond traditional mining applications into energy, infrastructure, and technology sectors. The technical program features cutting-edge presentations on recent breakthroughs in the field, with particular focus on multidisciplinary integration and the convergence of petroleum and ore deposit geoscience in sedimentary basin applications. Attendees can expect thought-provoking discussions led by industry experts, plenary sessions highlighting emerging trends, and opportunities to contribute to peer-reviewed publications. The conference includes pre- and post-event workshops and field trips that provide hands-on learning experiences in Colorado's geologically diverse terrain. This event serves as an essential platform for researchers, exploration geologists, mining professionals, and academics to exchange knowledge, establish collaborations, and understand how economic geology is evolving to meet society's growing demand for metals and minerals in an increasingly technology-dependent world.