The European Federation of Geologists (EFG) and PERC Standards Michael U.C. Neumann

European Federation of Geologists Pleasure to be back after 25 years

European Federation of Geologists What is the European Federation of Geologists (EFG)? The voice of the European geoscientists. Non-governmental, professional Organisation Established 1980, based in Brussels / Belgium 24 National Associations representing 25 countries as members Main aims are to contribute to a safer and more sustainable use of the natural environment, to protect and inform the public and to promote a more responsible exploitation of natural resources. The guidelines to achieve these aims are the promotion of excellence in the application of geology and the creation of public awareness of the importance of geoscience for the society. Awarding EurGeol qualification recognized world-wide

European Federation of Geologists EFG‘s Vision In line with the overall European policy for a sustainable economy based on environment, economy and society, the vision of EFG on the activities of the professional geologist should take in consideration the environmental responsibility, commercial responsibility and contribution to public safety and education. To follow these standards we support and organize training for geologists in seminars and workshops.

European Federation of Geologists Total of 25 countries Associated members: American Institute of Professional Geologists (AIPG) Geoscientists Canada Geological Society of South Africa Australian Institute of Geoscientists Newest members Turkey and Bulgaria. Requirements to become a member organisation of the EFG includes the formal application, translation and submission of the national regulations, acknowledgement of EFG‘s regulations and codes and payment of the fees.

European Federation of Geologists Number of Geologists Organized in the National Associations (Nov. 2016: 43.339) High number of members in UK, Italy, Spain and others because geologists have to be organized in chamber like structures

European Federation of Geologists According to the EU Single Market regulated profession database, below the genetic name of the profession ‘geologists’ there are 10 countries in Europe in which the profession of Geology is regulated: Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Greece, Italy, Liechtenstein, Poland, Slovakia, Spain, and the United Kingdom.

European Federation of Geologists International Projects of EFG: INTRAW – Cooperation opportunities related to raw materials. Kindra – groundwater and hydrogeology related research activities. Minatura2020 - social needs to safeguard mineral deposits of public importance for the future. Vamos - Viable Alternative Mine Operating System to design and build a robotic, underwater mining prototype with associated launch and recovery equipment. CHPM2020 - develop a pilot level technology which combines geothermal resource development, minerals extraction and electro-metallurgy in a single interlinked process. Unexmin - develop a novel robotic system for the autonomous exploration and mapping of Europe’s flooded underground mines. Mica - Mineral Intelligence Capacity Analysis. Foram - World Forum on Raw Materials. Eramin -managing research programs on raw materials . Pangeo -free and open access to geo-hazard information . Terrafirma - ground motion information service. Euroages - quality standards and criteria for the assessment of higher education programs in geology. Geotrainet - sustainable geothermal heating and cooling market aimed to develop the training of professionals involved.

European Federation of Geologists EFG - International Recognition IUGS = Affiliate member of the International Union of Geosciences – Sponsor of the IUGS Task Group on Global Geoscience Professionalism; IAPG = International Association for Promoting Geoethics (IAPG); International Association for Geoethics; SEE = Sustainable Energy Europe

European Federation of Geologists EFG Publications: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn

European Federation of Geologists The Eurogeologist: The European Geologists title, EurGeol, held by a professional geologist means that the holder has achieved suitable academic training and a level of professional experience, skill and competence to perform tasks within their professional practice. EurGeol Pillars: Academic Qualification Professional Experience Code of Ethics Continual Professional Development With this aim at the end of the eighties, EFG adopted a system of multilateral recognition between affiliated geological associations. The European Geologist title is a professional title which recognises the ability to deliver a high quality of services within the practice of geology. The professional title provides a quality mark to demonstrate to clients, regulators and the general public that the individual is competent to provide geological advice, and allows employers to offer competitive commercial services

European Federation of Geologists The Eurogeologist’s Requirements: Recognized university degree or equivalent qualification; Not less than 8 years experience and training; Member of a professional National Associations which is member of the EFG; Support of two sponsors; Annual proof of continuous professional development; Following the EFG’s regulations and Code of Ethics In an increasingly global world, we need instruments which recognise competent professionals and guarantee high-quality work.

European Federation of Geologists The Eurogeologist (1425)

European Federation of Geologists The Eurogeologist

European Federation of Geologists EFG‘s Panels of Experts (222): CO2 Geological Storage 14 members / 11 countries Education 23 members / 14 countries Geological Heritage 28 members / 18 countries Geothermal Energy 21 members / 11 countries Hydrogeology 24 members / 16 countries Natural Hazards and Climate Change 36 members / 17 countries Minerals and their sustainable use 42 members / 21 countries Soil Protection 15 members / 9 countries Oil & Gas 19 members / 15 countries

European Federation of Geologists EFG and PERC: A committee established jointly by four professional organizations in Europe (GSL, IGI, IOM3 and EFG). Now registered as a not-for-profit association with an address in Brussels (at the EFG office). Members are all volunteers, no paid staff.

European Federation of Geologists EFG and PERC PERC define standards : for public reporting by minerals companies; of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources, and Mineral Reserves

European Federation of Geologists EFG / PERC - Competent Persons Requirements: Membership in a RPO (EFG, IoM3, GSL, IGI or other recognised professional organisation) that: requires compliance with professional and ethical standards has disciplinary powers, including the power to expel a member Min. 5 years relevant experience; The principle of self-certification; The principle of peer review. Various government bodies responsible for the licensing and regulation of mineral exploration and development have setup a system of Recognized Overseas Professional Organizations (ROPO, RPO) in order to identify Qualified Person or Competent Persons. The mineral sector is one of the main employers for geologists and the recognition of the professional competence, integrity and ethics are very advanced in this area. The recognition of EurGeol title holders as Competent Persons able to sign off reports has been extended.

European Federation of Geologists EFG, PERC and ROPO: PERC is a member of CRIRSCO. CRIRSCO (Committee for Mineral Reserves International Reporting Standards) is an international ‘umbrella’ committee which coordinates the work of national reporting organisations that define public reporting standards. ROPO is Recognized Overseas Professional Organisation

European Federation of Geologists EuroGeologist‘s International Recognition In an increasingly global world, we need instruments which recognise competent professionals and guarantee high-quality work.

European Federation of Geologists Situation in the past: Learning from older colleagues or by experience, Every country, even every company had its own regulations, Different languages.

European Federation of Geologists Bre-X and others: “Poseidon Bubble” 1970-1971 Ni prices Australia

European Federation of Geologists Implementation of Codes and Standards:

European Federation of Geologists United Nations Framework Classification for Fossil Energy and Mineral Reserves and Resources 2009 (UNFC-2009) Applicable for: Mineral resources Oil & gas Geothermal energy Solar energy Wind energy Geological storage Just a classification not a reporting standard. Probably more to define a national inventory the a mineable reserve as it includes undiscovered, non- and subeconomic materials (potential). Acceptance of the Competent Person concept

European Federation of Geologists Today‘s Situation: Most countries adopt one of the CRIRSCO codes, All companies relying on international stock exchanges follow the codes, World-wide professional training based on common language And still learning from the older colleague.

European Federation of Geologists My Experience: Learning from older colleaguges is good, but Different people, different company traditions, different resource codes and different country regulations may lead to a Babylonian confusion and possibly wrong results. Using organisations like EFG & PERC combines personal learning with generally accepted rules. Eg the old German code with A, B C resources

European Federation of Geologists Working world-wide in international cooperation All CPs, working under CRIRSCO, do speak a similar language, Use similar procedures and Share the same responsibility. The Zhairem project in Kazakhstan with Kazakh, German, English, Austalian and Russian experts following JORC. Castallanos projects in Cuba with companies from Canada, Germany, Italy and Cuba and experts from Cuban, UK, Italy, Germany, Argentina

European Federation of Geologists Choosing the right standard – advantage of using PERC in Europe PERC is recognized by ESMA for use on European Union stock exchanges (ESMA = European Securities and Markets Authority). Accepted on a number of other stock exchanges around the world (e.g. Canada, Singapore, Australia). Assistance and training available near-by and in the same time zone The EuroGeologist with relevant experience is a world-wide accepted Competent Person. The European standrad is PERC, depending on participating companies, other standards have to be considered too.

European Federation of Geologists Advantage of Working under Code: All CRIRSCO-aligned standards follow the same principles and share an identical set of core definitions. Differences because different jurisdictions, different markets. Specifies how and by whom public reports should be prepared. PERC standard require all publicly declared resources to have reasonable prospects for eventual economic extraction (i.e. NO “pie in the sky” – NOT an inventory of all mineralization regardless of economics) Short and medium term planning should use resources and reserves reported under CRIRSCO standards as a solid and reliable basis

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European Federation of Geologists Thank you, Glückauf ve Teşekkür ederim efg.vicepresident@eurogeologists.eu European Federation of Geologists c/o Belgium Geological Survey Rue Jenner 13. B-1000 Brussels www.eurogeologists.eu