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With the theme "Synergy in Geoscience and Engineering: Pathways toward Sustainable Earth Resources Development and Disaster Mitigation," the conference underscored FTTM ITB's commitment to addressing global and local challenges in the field.

In his opening speech, the Dean of FTTM ITB, Prof. Dr.Eng. Ir. Syafrizal, S.T., M.T., IPM., represented by the Vice Dean for Academic Affairs of FTTM ITB, Prof. Dr.Sc. Ir. Andri Dian Nugraha, S.Si., M.Si., stated that in an era of rapid technological development and environmental concerns, "the integration of geoscience and engineering is no longer optional but essential". He added, "This conference provides a valuable platform for us to explore new pathways, share innovative research, and foster collaborations that will help mitigate these risks while ensuring sustainable and responsible utilization of our planet's resources".

The Chairman of ICGERE 2025, Ir. Ivan Kurnia, S.T., M.Sc., Ph.D., noted that this year's conference returned to a "more traditional format," with speakers attending in person at the historic East Hall of ITB. The event featured a total of 55 research papers, with authors presenting their work through either oral or poster presentations.

The conference covered a wide range of topics, including Earth Resources Exploration, Mining Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Global Geophysics, Hazard Mitigation, and Geothermal Engineering. This year, ICGERE also specifically invited papers on the topic of Energy Transition.

A significant aspect of the conference is its publication opportunity. "Repeating our success in the last four years, we are also glad to announce that selected papers from the conference will be peer-reviewed and published in the IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science," explained Ir. Ivan Kurnia. This publication is indexed by SCOPUS, ensuring the research presented reaches a global audience.

ICGERE 2025 featured experts from leading national and international institutions. The Keynote Speaker was Prof. Ir. Taufan Marhaendrajana, M.Sc., Ph.D., Deputy for Exploitation of SKK Migas. The lineup of Plenary Speakers included:

• Mohammadali Ahmadi, Ph.D. from Sharif University of Technology - Iran

• Erdinc Saygin, Ph.D. from CSIRO Perth - Australia

• Heru Berian Pratama, S.T., M.T., Ph.D. from the Geothermal Research Group - ITB

• Dr. Ir. R. Budi Sulistijo, M.App.Sc. from the Earth Resources Exploration Research Group - ITB

• Dr.Eng. Bonita Dilasari, S.T., M.T. from the Metallurgy Research Group - ITB

In closing, Prof. Syafrizal, represented by Prof. Andri Dian Nugraha, encouraged all attendees to actively engage in discussions and build networks that transcend boundaries. "Let this conference not only be a venue for the dissemination of knowledge, but also a catalyst for actionable solutions that address the pressing challenges of our time," he concluded.