The International Year of Planet Earth 2008

2008 was proclaimed the International Year of Planet Earth by the United Nations General Assembly in 2005. This celebration aims to bring together the international knowledge base of geoscience and demonstrate new and exciting ways in which Earth sciences can help meet future challenges.

This international endeavour has an exciting and diverse scientific program, with 8 relevant themes identified. Many of Geoscience Australia's research activities are aligned with these themes.

By contributing to these research themes, Geoscience Australia is committed to enhancing the international knowledge base of geoscience, aiding in the effective decision-making about planet Earths' resources and health.

Geoscience Australia is enhancing Australia's community awareness by incorporating International Year of Planet Earth themes into existing programs, through the Geoscience Australia Education Centre, and other outreach mechanisms ensuring that this celebration will have a world-wide and diverse impact.

For more information or to find out how you can become part of the International Year of Planet Earth celebrations, please contact Fiona Wright.

• CLOSING SOON - Geoscience Australia invites all Australian secondary students to take part in Geologi 08 [PDF_428KB], contributing to Earth Science Week and International Year of Planet Earth 2008 celebrations.
• Find out more about International Year of Planet Earth activities and resources in Australia.
• Submit your International Year of Planet Earth activity [PDF_1227KB]
• Frequently asked questions [PDF_21.86KB] about International Year of Planet Earth celebrations in Australia.