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13th International Conference on Geosynthetics 2026

Support IGS North America

Geosynthetic materials are used in all sectors of civil engineering. IGS North America provides leadership in education and research regarding the appropriate and widespread use of geosynthetics in infrastructure and sustainability. As a chapter of the International Geosynthetics Society (IGS), IGS North America serves members and develops activities in the United States and Canada.

Membership types .

Individual

INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP: USD $100 / YEAR

  • ConnectionIncludes full membership in both the IGS North America chapter and the global International Geosynthetics Society (IGS)
  • Professional Development.Enjoy member pricing on IGS conferences and workshops around the world, in person and online. Also, members have free, full online access to the highly ranked geotechnical journals Geotextiles and Geomembranes and Geosynthetics International. IGS North America members can also take advantage of a members-only subscription rate to Geosynthetics magazine.
  • Networking.Interact with other field professionals through events and volunteer opportunities. You also gain special members-only technical committees and discussion forum opportunities with the IGS.
  • Leadership and Opportunity.IGS North America is the group of experts in geotechnical and civil engineering for understanding the intersections between geosynthetics and infrastructure. Members participate in the development of major events, such as GeoAmericas 2024 (the 5th Pan-American Conference on Geosynthetics), which IGS North America will host in April 2024 in Toronto.

Benefactor

BUSINESS - CHAPTER BENEFACTOR: USD $500 / YEAR

  • Presence.Chapter Benefactor members can add three (3) employees to represent them in the chapter. They enjoy all of the benefits of Individual Members.
  • Commitment to Education.By supporting IGS North America at a higher monetary level, Chapter Benefactors support scholarship endeavors, such as IGS North America's partnership with ASTM International Committee D35 on Geosynthetics and the Geosynthetic Institute.
  • Contribution.Participate in non-commercial, non-proprietary engineering educational outreach to public and private entities, such as the Educate the Educators program and regulatory agency technical exchange.
  • Networking.Your chapter member representatives can interact with other field professionals through events and volunteer opportunities. Gain special members-only technical committees and discussion forum opportunities with the IGS.
  • Marketing and Promotion.IGS North America will recognize your benefactor membership in its monthly e-newsletter, on the chapter website, and in social media support.

Student Members

Student Membership Is Free!

  • Apply for research grants, such as the Research Innovation Fellowships jointly supported by IGS North America, ASTM International Committee D35 on Geosynthetics, and access to IGS technical resources
  • Participate in student-centered programming and competitions at IGS conferences
  • Enjoy reduced cost (and at times complimentary) registrations to IGS workshops and conferences
  • Take part in the IGS Job Shadowing program
  • Develop your professional network and take advantage of early-stage career leadership opportunities (e.g., co-chairing conference sessions)
  • For those under 36, join the IGS Young Members Committee, which expands the range of financial grants available to young members for event attendance and research

We offer 3 Different Types of Memberships

Individual

Business Chapter Benefactor

BUSINESS – CHAPTER BENEFACTOR: USD $600/YEAR

  • Presence. Chapter Benefactor members can add three (3) employees to represent them in the chapter. They enjoy all of the benefits of Individual Members.
  • Commitment to Education. By supporting IGS North America at a higher monetary level, Chapter Benefactors support scholarship endeavors, such as IGS North America's partnership with ASTM International Committee D35 on Geosynthetics and the Geosynthetic Institute.
  • Contribution. Participate in non-commercial, non-proprietary engineering educational outreach to public and private entities, such as the Educate the Educators program and regulatory agency technical exchange.
  • Networking. Your chapter member representatives can interact with other field professionals through events and volunteer opportunities. Gain special members-only technical committees and discussion forum opportunities with the IGS.
  • Marketing and Promotion. IGS North America will recognize your benefactor membership in its monthly e-newsletter, on the chapter website, and in social media support.

Student

INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP: USD $100/YEAR

  • Connection. Includes full membership in both the IGS North America chapter and the global International Geosynthetics Society (IGS)
  • Professional Development. Enjoy member pricing on IGS conferences and workshops around the world, in person and online. Also, members have free, full online access to the highly ranked geotechnical journals Geotextiles and Geomembranes and Geosynthetics International. IGS North America members can also take advantage of a members-only subscription rate to Geosynthetics magazine.
  • Networking. Interact with other field professionals through events and volunteer opportunities. You also gain special members-only technical committees and discussion forum opportunities with the IGS.
  • Leadership and Opportunity. IGS North America is the group of experts in geotechnical and civil engineering for understanding the intersections between geosynthetics and infrastructure. Members participate in the development of major events, such as GeoAmericas 2024 (the 5th Pan-American Conference on Geosynthetics), which IGS North America will host in April 2024 in Toronto.

2024 Rates (New & Renewing Members)

Individual

Individual – USD $125
Includes full IGS global membership

Join/Renew

Business Chapter Benefactor

Benefactor – USD $750
Includes three individual IGS memberships

Become a Benefactor

Student

Student – FREE


Student Membership

Fees are non-refundable. For questions or disputes, or if you are experiencing problems renewing your IGS North America membership, contact info@igs-na.org.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Connection. ALL IGS North America members receive individual or student membership in the global International Geosynthetics Society (IGS) too.
  • Professional Development. Enjoy exclusive member pricing on IGS conferences and workshops around the world, in person and online. Also, members have free, full online access to the highly ranked geotechnical journals Geotextiles and Geomembranes and Geosynthetics International.
  • Networking.Interact with other field professionals through events and volunteer opportunities. Also, gain special opportunities to take part in members-only technical committees and discussion forums with the IGS.
  • Leadership and Opportunity.IGS North America is the group of experts in geotechnical and civil engineering for understanding the intersections between geosynthetics and infrastructure. Members participate in the development of major events, such as GeoAmericas 2024 (the 5th Pan-American Conference on Geosynthetics), which IGS North America will host in April 2024 in Toronto.
ONLY with the International Geosynthetics Society (IGS), because membership in IGS-NA includes IGS membership. By becoming a member of IGS North America you agree to receive messages from IGS-NA and the IGS. This includes newsletters, information about events organized by IGS-NA or IGS, and other official communications regarding your membership including dues and electronic ballots, etc. Your information is never given or sold to any other organization or private entity.

Read more about the IGS-NA Disclaimer & Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and Data Usage.

What Does Membership Include?

  • Connection. ALL IGS North America members receive individual or student membership in the global International Geosynthetics Society (IGS) too.
  • Professional Development. Enjoy exclusive member pricing on IGS conferences and workshops around the world, in person and online. Also, members have free, full online access to the highly ranked geotechnical journals Geotextiles and Geomembranes and Geosynthetics International.
  • Networking.Interact with other field professionals through events and volunteer opportunities. Also, gain special opportunities to take part in members-only technical committees and discussion forums with the IGS.
  • Leadership and Opportunity.IGS North America is the group of experts in geotechnical and civil engineering for understanding the intersections between geosynthetics and infrastructure. Members participate in the development of major events, such as GeoAmericas 2024 (the 5th Pan-American Conference on Geosynthetics), which IGS North America will host in April 2024 in Toronto.

Does IGS Share My Contact Information?

ONLY with the International Geosynthetics Society (IGS), because membership in IGS-NA includes IGS membership. By becoming a member of IGS North America you agree to receive messages from IGS-NA and the IGS. This includes newsletters, information about events organized by IGS-NA or IGS, and other official communications regarding your membership including dues and electronic ballots, etc. Your information is never given or sold to any other organization or private entity.
Read more about the IGS-NA Disclaimer & Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and Data Usage.

How to Join IGS North America

Complete your IGS-NA Individual Membership online with a credit card. Student Membership is free! Contact info@igs-na.org.

Fees are non-refundable. For questions or disputes, or if you are experiencing problems renewing your IGS North America membership, contact info@igs-na.org.

By becoming a member of the IGS North America, you agree to receive messages from IGS-NA. This includes newsletters, information about events held under the auspices of the IGS-NA and the IGS, and other official communications regarding your membership, including dues and electronic ballots, etc.

Across the U.S

The North American Geosynthetics Society

IGS North America, formerly known as NAGS (the North American Geosynthetics Society), was established as a Chapter of the IGS (International Geosynthetics Society) in 1988.

Support IGS North America

IGS North America is supported directly by individual and benefactor (company) annual membership dues. Students are invited to join for free. 

All civil, geotechnical, and environmental engineering stakeholders in the North American region are invited to join IGS North America. Our chapter is officially organized for Canada and US-based members, but we also support IGS-interested members in North American countries not served by their own IGS chapters. Contact us with questions.

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