Earth and Society

Ebru Bozdağ, associate professor in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics at Colorado School of Mines, has been awarded the 2026 Vladimir Keilis-Borok Medal by the International Union

Critical minerals drive clean energy, but a new commentary in Nature Energy urges “just-shoring” to ensure supply chains protect communities and support an equitable transition

Colorado School of Mines names Alicia Polo y La Borda Cavero to lead its critical minerals strategy, bridging the gap between world-class research and global industry needs.

Mines critical minerals experts are ready to handle media questions about the extraction and processing of these important elements.

Colorado School of Mines researchers warn that PFAS cleanup efforts must track airborne byproducts to ensure "forever chemicals" aren't spread by air.

Mines experts on Venezuelan oil reserves, energy economics, and global geopolitical impacts are available for media interviews.

First-year students at Mines solve real-world problems through hands-on engineering design in Cornerstone course

Colorado School of Mines licenses rare earth element tech to boost U.S. processing efficiency and support critical mineral supply chains.

Mines’ Walt Copan urges U.S. leadership in critical minerals innovation, calling for coordinated strategy and investment in advanced mining.

Colorado School of Mines has a variety of geothermal experts who stand ready to answer questions from journalists about this rapidly expanding energy field.