ABOUT US
The Tailings Center was established in 2020 by the Colorado School of Mines (CSM), Colorado State University (CSU), and the University of Arizona (UA). The Center serves as a hub for interdisciplinary education and research in tailings and mine waste management, fostering collaboration across disciplines to address complex industry challenges. By attracting and training the next generation of tailings professionals, introducing students and practitioners to the field, and advancing the tools and knowledge needed for responsible environmental stewardship, the Center is helping to support the sustainable future of mining.
Our Vision
A world-class hub dedicated to addressing mining and resource extraction challenges.
Our Mission
Provide Industry-University hub to advance research, education and training.
Our Goals
Connect industry and academia to foster collaboration, talent development, knowledge sharing, and professional growth in tailings.
GOALS
The Tailings Center is dedicated to advancing research, education, and innovation in mine waste management. Its goals are to develop the knowledge, technologies, and best practices needed to support the responsible and sustainable future of mining; educate and train the next generation of engineers and industry leaders; and conduct industry-focused research that addresses real-world challenges and delivers practical solutions.
By fostering collaboration between academia and industry, the Center will accelerate the transfer of scientific and technological advances into practice, helping to drive continuous improvement in tailings management across the global mining sector.
Our Team
Is comprised of multi-university and industry professionals. Learn more about us here.