Gesgb
Also known as: Pesgb, Geoscience Energy Society of Great Britain, Petroleum Exploration Society of Great Britain
To advance, for the public benefit, education in the scientific and technical aspects of subsurface energy and related technologies. This is achieved by variety of means: sponsorships of students studying earth sciences, monthly lectures, conferences and seminars, field trips, member communications, special interest groups, regional branches
Activities & Mission
To advance, for the public benefit, education in the scientific and technical aspects of subsurface energy and related technologies. This is achieved by variety of means: sponsorships of students studying earth sciences, monthly lectures, conferences and seminars, field trips, member communications, special interest groups, regional branches
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 13% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 273). How is this calculated?
Higher than 3% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 3% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £876,789 | £882,529 | £270,464 | £653,177 | £614,962 | 6 / 80 |
| 2023 | £669,724 | £614,273 | £251,155 | £660,811 | £419,627 | 6 / 120 |
| 2022 | £521,329 | £443,983 | £230,023 | £668,814 | £452,904 | 6 / 37 |
| 2021 | £773,449 | £582,636 | £575,485 | £616,567 | £471,701 | 5 / 35 |
| 2020 | £440,459 | £487,086 | 0 / 26 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Gesgb
What does Gesgb do?
To advance, for the public benefit, education in the scientific and technical aspects of subsurface energy and related technologies. This is achieved by variety of means: sponsorships of students studying earth sciences, monthly lectures, conferences and seminars, field trips, member communications, special interest groups, regional branches
How much income did Gesgb report in 2024?
Gesgb reported total income of £877k and reported expenditure of £883k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Gesgb?
Gesgb has a program ratio of 30.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 13% of UK Research charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 273 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Gesgb registered as a charity?
Gesgb was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 March 2001 as charity number 1085619. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs Gesgb?
Gesgb is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Gesgb operate?
Gesgb operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Gesgb a registered charity?
Yes — Gesgb is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1085619.
Details
Business & Technology Centre
Bessemer Drive
STEVENAGE
Hertfordshire
SG1 2DX
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Also Known As
- Pesgb
- Geoscience Energy Society of Great Britain
- Petroleum Exploration Society of Great Britain
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated