IGS 2026

17 – 19 November 2026, Chengdu, China

Now in its 7th edition, the International Geomechanics Conference embarks on its first foray into China, hosted by Chengdu University of Technology and co-hosted by China National Petroleum Corporation.

Under the theme “Geomechanics: Innovations and Solutions for Energy, Environment, and Deep Space,” IGS 2026 brings together a multidisciplinary community of researchers, engineers, and practitioners to exchange ideas, methods, and case studies addressing complex geomechanical challenges.

Visa & Invitation Letters

For visa or invitation letter requests, please contact  secretariat@csrme.com directly with your full name, company, passport number, and nationality. We will process your request within two business days.

For more information visit the IGS event website!

IMPORTANT DETAILS
Important Dates
  • Abstract Submissions Deadline: 15 August, 2026
  • Early Bird Deadline: 16 October 2026 
Event Dates
  • 16 November – Educator Forum, Campus Tour, Field Visit
  • 17-19 November – IGS Conference
  • 21-22 November – Annual meeting of CSRME
Focus Areas in this Edition:
  • Energy Transition & Sustainable Resource Systems 
  • Geohazards, Environment & Infrastructure
  • Extreme Environments, Fundamentals & Digital Innovation
 
Training with Fellows
Maurice B Dusseault (University of Waterloo) – Seismic Risk Assessment and Management in Subsurface Processes
 
John McLennan (University of Utah) – Geomechanical Mysteries of Geothermal Development
 
Derek Elsworth (Pennsylvania State University) – Forecasting Rates, Magnitude and Impacts of Fluid-Injection Induced Seismicity
 
To explore each presentation in detail download the flyer!

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