AGU25 to gather more than 20,000 earth and space scientists to shape the future of our planet
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 15 , 2025
WHAT
The American Geophysical Union (AGU) will host its annual meeting, AGU25, at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center from Dec. 15-19, 2025.
AGU25 is expected to convene more than 25,000 scientists, educators, policymakers, journalists and communicators from over 120 countries, making it the largest gathering of Earth and space scientists in the world. This year’s annual meeting marks AGU’s 105th anniversary of bringing the global Earth and space sciences community together. The attendance jump from the 1920 inaugural meeting of just 25 to today’s numbers illustrates the extraordinary growth and impact of the organization. While in New Orleans, attendees will share groundbreaking research and engage in programming that advances understanding of the planet and environment. This year’s theme, WHERE SCIENCE CONNECTS US, highlights the power of scientific collaboration to drive discovery, address climate change, and expand equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging across the field.
The meeting also emphasizes local connections and giving back to the community. Attendees can participate in an optional Hurricane Katrina/New Orleans History Tour led by climatologist Barry Keim from LSU Health Sciences Center, exploring the profound impacts of the storm and the city’s rich history, or give back to a local nonprofit through Puppy Yoga with Take Paws Rescue. These experiences offer unique opportunities for attendees to engage beyond the conference halls, connect with the New Orleans community, and support local organizations.
Standout sessions include:
- A Discussion on the ‘U.S. Climate Collection: Informing Assessment of Risks and Solutions'
- Tuesday, Dec. 16, 1-2 p.m. – 243-244 (NOLA CC)
- Where Science Connects Us: The Role of Research Parks and Innovation Districts in Building Communities of Innovation Based on Earth and Space Sciences
- Tuesday, Dec. 16, 4:15-5:45 p.m. – E-2 (NOLA CC)
- Climate Extremes and Population Mental Health in the Deep South: Lessons from Katrina and Paths to Resilience
- Thursday, Dec. 18, 8:30-10 a.m. – E-2 (NOLA CC)
- Lights! Camera! Traction! How Film and Television Can Shape and Empower the Climate Action Narrative
- Thursday, Dec. 18, 10:30 a.m.-Noon – E-3 (NOLA CC)
WHO
More than 25,000 scientists, educators, policymakers, journalists, and communicators from over 120 countries.
Keynote speakers include:
- The Honorable Mitch Landrieu, Former Mayor of New Orleans and Presidential Advisor. Presidential Forum Lecture.
- Monday, Dec. 15 at 1 p.m. CST
- Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson, National Geographic Explorer, Author, Co founder of the Urban Ocean Lab.
- Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 1 p.m. CST
- Dr. John Francis, The Planetwalker, Author, Environmental Advocate.
- Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 1 p.m. CST
WHERE
New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
900 Convention Center Blvd.
Press Room: Riverfront Meeting Rooms #R04, #R05
WHEN
December 15-19, 2025
SOCIAL
Website: www.AGU.org
Facebook: @American Geophysical Union
Instagram: @AmericanGeophysicalUnion
BlueSky: @agu.org
LinkedIn: Amercan Geophysical Union
Hashtag: #AGU25
MEDIA CONTACTS
Media are encouraged to attend. Email news@agu.org to register.
AGU: Samson Reiny, sreiny@agu.org, 808.397.7898
New Orleans & Company: Kelly Schulz, kschulz@neworleans.com, 504.421.0962
Rhonda Cook, rcook@neworleans.com, 504.616.6161