AAPG Overview

Purpose and Mission

AAPG’s mission is to advance the science of geology, especially as it relates to petroleum, natural gas, other subsurface fluids, and mineral resources. This includes:

• Advancing economic and environmentally sound production and procurement technology
• Fostering the spirit of scientific research throughout its membership
• Disseminating geological and technological information relating to petroleum, natural gas, other subsurface fluids, and mineral resources
• Inspiring and maintaining a high standard of professional conduct from its members
• Providing the public with the means to recognize trained and professionally responsible geologists
• Advancing its members’ professional well-being 

Who We Are

 AAPG’s membership includes more than 14,000 geologists, engineers, academics, c-suiters, and more, spanning more than 40 countries. Additionally, AAPG serves tens of thousands of professionals through virtual and in-person events, programs, field trips, workshops, webinars, media, and more. AAPG provides the global community platform that allows these professionals to collaborate and evolve.

Constitution and Bylaws

The Association’s elected leadership and staff are guided by the standards and procedures outlined in the organization’s Constitution and Bylaws. Additionally, Article IV of the AAPG Constitution contains the Code of Ethics that every Member of the Association agrees to.

What is Petroleum Geology?

Petroleum geology is the study of the earth’s formations and subsurface with the intent to locate and extract oil and natural gas. The study of petroleum geology is in many ways, the study of reservoirs, and a deep understanding of the subsurface allows the application of the knowledge to all kinds of uses, ranging from energy storage, geothermal energy, critical minerals in reservoir fluids, hydrogen, helium, and more.