The Geographer

We publish an attractive and informative quarterly magazine, The Geographer. Each edition explores a different geographical theme, with a range of short articles from experts and enthusiasts. Over the years, we have received contributions from the Dalai Lama, Senator John Kerry, Mary Robinson, Helen Sharman, Annie Lennox, plus a whole host of senior academics, policy makers, managers in the NGO community and many more.

Members receive printed copies of the magazine in early March, June, September and December. Three months after publication, copies are made available to read electronically on issuu or via the PDF links below.

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Promoting Science Fund

The Promoting Science Fund supports the costs of awarding RSGS grants, allowing us to fund more geographical research work and expeditions.

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A day of celebration for James Croll

Professor Kevin J Edwards FRSGS reports on a bicentenary commemoration of the birth of James Croll (1821-1890), the Perthshire-born, self-taught prodigy who laid the foundations for climate change science.
Climate Action

As one of the critical geographical issues we face today, climate change is a major area of work for us, and one that benefits significantly from cross-sectoral working and coordination.
May 2021

RSGS E-newsletter: James Croll Book; Climate Solutions MOOC; Ban Ki-moon Livingstone Medal; COP26 Appeal; Chalk Talks
Scotland's Climate Assembly

Scotland’s citizens’ assembly on the climate emergency has drawn together over 100 ordinary citizens, and tasked them with agreeing a response to the question, “How should Scotland change to tackle the climate emergency in an effective and fair way?”

Climate Emergency Summits

Our Climate Emergency Summits provide a space for motivated people from across the sectors to come together in a safe and open workshop environment to offer solutions to the climate emergency.
Everyone is a Geographer
The World's Carrying Capacity

Life on Earth is part of one great independent system which depends on the biosphere: the atmosphere, oceans, freshwaters, rocks and soil.
Innovative Projects

We develop exciting projects to inspire public audiences, influence policy-makers, and solve complex problems.
Heritage Collections

We conserve and curate heritage collections of more than 100,000 historical and contemporary maps, and a wide variety of books, artefacts and archives.
University Research

We promote geographical research in Scottish universities, offer ‘knowledge exchange’ opportunities, and publish a peer-reviewed academic journal.
Schools Education

We are a champion for geographical education in Scottish schools, involved in policy discussions, promoting geography in schools, and projects.
Governance Documents

The RSGS’s governing constitution, current strategic plan, latest accounts and latest AGM minutes can be downloaded here.
Informing Policy

We engage in policy discussions with national government departments, international bodies, local authorities, community organisations, schools, universities, companies, NGOs and others.
Our Influence

We are at the heart of a community of interest – an RSGS family of individuals and organisations working together, part of an international network of geographical expertise and achievement.