The Academic Annual Meeting of the Gas Geochemistry Professional Committee（GGPC) of the Geochemical Society of China was held in Lanzhou from January 18 to 20, 2024. The meeting was organized by the Northwest Institute of Eco-Environment and Resources(NIEER), Chinese Academy of Sciences. The opening ceremony was presided over by Zhang Changchun, the Secretary of the Party Committee and Vice President of NIEER, Chinese Academy of Sciences. Secretary Zhang warmly welcomed everyone and expressed anticipation for the fruitful outcomes of the conference, contributing to the research and development in the field of gas geochemistry.

During the opening ceremony, Academician Feng Qi, the President of NIEER, delivered a speech on behalf of the organizing unit. He extended a warm welcome and heartfelt gratitude to the members of GGPC, distinguished guests, and participants. Academician Feng emphasized the urgent need for a profound understanding of the overall operation of the Earth system in the field of global ecological and environmental resource science. Gas geochemistry, as a crucial interdisciplinary component, not only plays a key role in scientific research but also provides rich information for a more comprehensive understanding of Earth system science. By deepening our knowledge of gas geochemistry, we can gain comprehensive insights into crucial factors such as atmospheric composition, climate change, and ecosystem interactions, contributing valuable support to global environmental protection and sustainable development strategies.

Director Ren Jianguo from the Earth Science Division of the National Natural Science Foundation(NSF) of China congratulated the convening of this annual meeting. In his address, he pointed out the significant importance of gas geochemistry as a vital branch in the field of Earth science, with implications for enhancing comprehensive knowledge of the Earth system, advancing cutting-edge scientific research, and contributing to environmental protection and sustainable development. NSF has consistently focused on innovative and forward-looking research in this field, aiming to elevate China's research capabilities in gas geochemistry.

Guo Sheng, the Deputy Secretary-General of GGPC, expressed gratitude to the meticulously planned and organized Northwest Institute of Eco-Environment and Resources. He provided background information on the Geochemical Society of China and emphasized the crucial role played by the GGPC within the organization. Guo Sheng gave full recognition to the GGPC's work and achievements, offering expectations and suggestions for its future development. He looked forward to further significant achievements in a broader field.

During the academic conference, over 150 representatives from more than 20 domestic institutions, including the Chinese Academy of Sciences, PetroChina, Sinopec, Peking University, Nanjing University, and Lanzhou University, gathered to participate in the conference activities. Twenty well-known experts in the field of gas geochemistry, including Academician Zhang Shuichang, the Deputy Director of GGPC, delivered academic reports. These reports delved into the latest research findings, technological innovations, and trends in the development of gas geochemistry from various perspectives. The experts and participants shared unique insights and research progress in relevant areas, exploring frontier scientific issues in gas geochemistry and related fields.

The expert reports provided new perspectives and impetus for the future development of research in the field. Participants expressed that through this academic annual meeting, they gained a deeper understanding of and insight into the discipline of gas geochemistry. Valuable experiences and inspirations were acquired through interactions with top domestic experts and scholars. The academic annual meeting not only served as a feast for the field of gas geochemistry but also promoted academic exchange and friendly cooperation, contributing significantly to enhancing the reputation and status of gas geochemistry in China. (Reported by Ma Xiangxian, reviewed by Li Zhongping and Zheng Guodong)

Academician Feng Qi, President of NIEER, delivered a speech on behalf of the organizer of the meeting

Ren Jianguo, Director of Earth Science Department, NSF, delivered a speech

Guo Sheng, Executive Deputy Secretary-General of China Society of Mineralogy, Petrology and Geochemistry, delivered a speech

Prof. Zhang Shuichang，academician of Chinese Academy of Sciences , vice chairman of the GGPC, dliver academic reports on gas geochemistry

Zhang Changchun, Party Secretary and vice president of NIEER, presided over the opening ceremony

Annual conference venue

 Delegates took a group photo 

The Gas Geochemistry Professional Committee of the China Mineralogical Petrological Geochemical Society 

The Gas Geochemistry Professional Committee（GGPC) of the China Mineralogical Petrological Geochemical Society is a scholarly organization comprised of experts in the field of gas geochemistry. Established in December 2018, it operates as a specialized committee under the China Mineralogical Petrological Geochemical Society and is affiliated with the NIEER, Chinese Academy of Sciences.

GGPC  is dedicated to promoting academic exchanges and collaborative development in the field of gas geochemistry. GGPC aims to advance the extensive application of gas geochemistry in geological, energy, disaster, ecological, and environmental domains. The disciplinary directions cover a wide range, including but not limited to oil and gas geochemistry, rare gas geochemistry, seismic and volcanic monitoring and prediction, geological sources of greenhouse gases, and carbon dioxide geological storage. GGPC has evolved into a comprehensive academic group encompassing the entire field of gas geochemistry.

GGPC actively organizes academic symposiums, fosters academic exchanges and cooperation in gas geochemistry, authors and publishes specialized books and academic journal papers, promotes the popularization of scientific and technological knowledge, and participates in and organizes significant academic conferences domestically and internationally. Notably, GGPC has hosted colorful domestic and international academic symposiums and exchange activities, such as the Second and Third National Symposiums on Gas Isotope Technology and its Applications in Earth Sciences, attracting active participation from numerous domestic and international experts and scholars.

In the realms of emerging research directions in gas geochemistry,GGPC continuously guides attention toward international cutting-edge technologies and research hotspots. In the dissemination of scientific knowledge and scientific communication, GGPC utilizes various means, including new media and online platforms, to spread gas geochemistry scientific and technological knowledge to a broader audience, leading the public to better understand the role of gas geochemistry in addressing global environmental issues and promoting sustainable development.

Moreover, GGPC persists in promoting gas geochemistry technologies and methods, making efforts to cultivate outstanding scientific and technological talents. Looking ahead, the committee will continue its efforts to drive the application and development of gas geochemistry in fields such as energy and the environment. GGPC will work towards the timely transformation of research and technological achievements into practical applications, fostering the real-world application of gas geochemistry in a broader range of fields. Simultaneously, GGPC actively engages in societal activities, addresses and answers society's concerns about the field of gas geochemistry, collaborates with relevant government departments to facilitate the application of gas geochemistry in policy formulation and management practices, and establishes cooperative relationships with energy, resources, and environmental protection-related enterprises to promote the industrial application of research outcomes. Through deepening cooperation both domestically and internationally, GGPC aims to contribute more to the sustainable development of the field of gas geochemistry.