The Environmental Division of SME provides a means for cooperation and communication among professionals in the minerals industry engaged in all aspects of the physical environment as they relate to the mining industry, including:
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Promotes safe and environmentally sound mining practices.
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Provides a forum for the exchange of technical information, publishing technical papers, organizing technical meetings and programs.
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Encourages and promotes education on any subject related to these phases of the mining industry.
- 2024 - Environmental Division Annual Meeting Minutes
- 2023 - Environmental Division Annual Meeting Minutes
- 2022 - Environmental Division Annual Meeting Minutes
- 2021 - Environmental Division Annual Meeting Minutes
- 2019 - Environmental Division Annual Meeting Minutes
- 2018 - Environmental Division Annual Meeting Minutes
- 2017 - Environmental Division Annual Meeting Minutes
- 2016 - Environmental Division Annual Meeting Minutes
Environmental Division Annual Luncheon & Silent Auction
This event is a fantastic opportunity for division members to network while supporting the Environmental Division scholarships.
Many thanks to our generous sponsors!

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Student Poster Contest
Students have the opportunity to show off their work and a chance to put cash in their pockets to further their education.
Environmental Division Scholarships
Environmental Division Committees
Volunteer Questions
Do you have questions about getting involved? Contact volunteer@smenet.org for more information about how you can share your passions with the industry.