Future of Sustainable Mining and Critical Minerals
As the global demand for critical minerals intensifies, the University of Arizona is leading the national response—advancing technology, policy, and workforce development to ensure a secure and sustainable future.
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Our Goals
- Secure U.S. mineral independence: Expand domestic extraction and processing to reduce reliance on foreign sources and strengthen national security.
- Advance sustainability: Drive innovation in tailings reclamation, mineral reuse, and circular economy practices to minimize environmental impact.
- Empower communities: Expand access to education, training, and opportunity for Indigenous, rural, and regional populations.
- Fuel the clean energy economy: Ensure reliable access to critical minerals that power green technologies and support the global energy transition.
Meet Our Team
Our renowned faculty are driving a new era of sustainable mining, placing Arizona at the center of national and global transformation.
