1. Background and Purpose
The USS is a cross-border community for scientists and researchers with openness, equality, and inclusion. It aims to promote the integrated development of global scientific research and human well-being by facilitating the exchange and sharing of knowledge and cross-border collaboration. USS was registered in Hong Kong in 2023.
In response to the global sustainable development agenda and to promote academic innovation and international cooperation in the fields of resources, environment, energy, and related engineering, the "Resources and Environment Council" (hereinafter referred to as "USS P8 / USS REC") is proposed to be established within the framework of the United Societies of Science (USS). The Council aims to build an interdisciplinary, cross-regional, open, and collaborative international academic platform, bringing together scholars, engineers, policymakers, and industry representatives from around the world to jointly address global challenges such as resource, environmental, and ecological security.
To accelerate the establishment of the Resource and Environment Council, build an interdisciplinary and cross-regional international academic cooperation platform, and gather global experts in resources, environment, energy, and engineering, we are now openly recruiting members for the Preparatory Committee.
2. Scope of Disciplines
The council covers the following nine core disciplinary directions, encouraging interdisciplinary integration and emerging fields:
- Environmental Engineering
- Safety Engineering
- Geological Engineering
- Surveying and Mapping Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering
- Territorial Spatial Planning
- Carbon Neutrality Technology and Management
- Resource Recycling Science and Engineering
3. Preparatory Committee Members
Convener: Pinghe Sun, Central South University, China
Existing Members:
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Ahmed Amara
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Higher Institute of Mines and Geology of Boke, Guinea
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Fen Jiao
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Central South University, China
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Fenglong Sun
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Central South University, China
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Jian Liang
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Chinese Academy of Geological Sciences, China
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Jiangzhan Chen
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Central South University, China
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Junyue Tang
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Harbin Institute of Technology, China
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Kai Han
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Central South University, China
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Kalyan Ram Piratla
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Clemson University, USA
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Leilei Guan
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Hunan University of Science and Technology, China
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Liang Ge
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Southwest Petroleum University, China
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Liang Wang
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Power Construction Corporation of China, Ltd
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Mingming Zheng
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Chengdu University of Technology, China
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Ming Shi
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Inner Mongolia University of Science and Technology, China
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Muhammad Aqeel Ashraf
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University of Malaya, Malaysia
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Nan Zhang
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Jilin University, China
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Pinghe Sun
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Central South University, China
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Sheng Wang
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Chengdu University of Technology, China
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Siyuan Song
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Arizona State University, USA
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Yibing Yu
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Yangtze University, China
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Zhenyu Ding
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Chinese Academy of Environmental Planning, China
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Zibin Zhao
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Research Institute of Petroleum Exploration and Development, China
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4. Responsibilities of the Preparatory Committee
- Participate in the discussion and formulation of core documents including the council's constitution, organizational structure, and development plan.
- Promote discipline development, member recruitment, international cooperation, and academic event planning.
- Assist in publicity, resource matching, attracting members to the inaugural council, and supporting the establishment of the first council.
- Perform other preparatory tasks assigned by USS and the preparatory working group.
5. Recruitment Requirements
- Academic background or industry experience in resources, environment, energy, or related engineering fields.
- Strong willingness and ability to engage in international cooperation.
- Priority given to scholars with experience in academic organizations.
- Priority given to applicants from different countries/regions to reflect geographical diversity.
- Priority given to early-career researchers, interdisciplinary researchers, and representatives of international organizations and enterprises.
6. 2032 Development Goals
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Item
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Goal
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Number of members
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≥ 1000
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Number of secondary professional committees
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≥ 5
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Regional Branches
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≥ 2
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Launch Journals
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≥ 2
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Flagship Conference (Global/Regional)
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≥ 1
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Annual Events
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≥ 4
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Cross-border Collaborations
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≥ 5
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7. Preparatory Plan
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Date
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Key Mission
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Specific Content
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Jun. 20, 2026
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USS P8 Council Establishment Announcement No. 1
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1. Announce the Preparatory Committee list and clarify roles.
2. Announce the Steering Committee list.
3. Solicit Executive Directors and discipline conveners.
4. Launch the member registration system.
5. Release official P8 website, Facebook page, LinkedIn page, WeChat groups, WhatsApp and Facebook groups.
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Aug. 15, 2026
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USS P8 Council Establishment Announcement No. 2
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1. Announce discipline conveners.
2. Solicit council members.
3. Announce election rules for Chairperson, Vice-Chairpersons, Executive Council Members, and Council Members.
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Sep. 30, 2026
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The first P8 Council Members' Meeting
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Elect the 2027-2029 P8 Council President, Vice-Presidents, Executive Council Members, Council Members, Supervisor General, and Supervisors; appoint the Secretary-General.
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Oct. 15, 2026
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USS P8 Council Establishment Announcement No. 3
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Announce election results and solicit activity plans for 2027.
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Nov. 30, 2026
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Announcement of the 2027 Event Plan
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Specify annual conferences, training, young scholar support programs, etc.
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8. Application Method
Please fill out the online application form via the following link:
https://www.usssociety.org/survey/index.php/722933
Deadline: June 15, 2026
9. Contact Information
Founder：
Prof. Pinghe Sun
Email: pinghesun@csu.edu.cn
USS Assistant Secretary:
Jessie Song
Email: jessie@usssociety.org
USS Website:
https://www.usssociety.org
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