About AGU
AGU is a worldwide scientific community that advances, through unselfish cooperation in research, the understanding of Earth and space for the benefit of humanity.
AGU is a scientific society with a membership of 50,000 researchers, teachers, and students. AGU conducts meetings and conferences, publishes journals, books and a weekly newspaper, and sponsors a variety of educational and public information programs.
Our Mission
- Promote the scientific study of Earth and its environment in space and to disseminate the results to the public,
- Promote cooperation among scientific organizations involved in geophysics and related disciplines,
- Initiate and participate in geophysical research programs,
- Advance the various geophysical disciplines through scientific discussion, publication, and dissemination of information.
Our Values
AGU’s mission, goals, guiding principles, programs, policies and procedures are built on a foundation of widely shared values. We value
The scientific method.
The generation and dissemination of scientific knowledge.
Excellence and integrity in everything we do.
Free exchange of ideas and information.
A diversity of backgrounds, scientific ideas, and approaches.
The worth and dignity of individuals.
The volunteerism of members and the dedication of staff.
Responsible stewardship of AGU resources.
Accountability to the public.
Unselfish cooperation in research.
These values inform and guide the actions that AGU should take in developing activities, policies and practices.
Adopted by Council 9 December 2005