Unlocking $100Bn
In Mineral Wealth
The Critical Mineral Resources Network unites government, industry, and academia to transform 140,000 to 500,000 abandoned mines within the U.S. into opportunities that strengthen the critical mineral supply chain, boost rural economies by unlocking up to $100 billion in mineral value, and provide a pathway to resolve legacy environmental concerns affecting 63 million Americans.
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Rapid Assessment
Leveraging advanced field technology, CMRN accelerates site evaluations of Abandoned Mine Lands, generating comprehensive waste material profiles for strategic digital archiving.
Digital Marketplace
CMRN facilitates targeted connections between our non-profit members and federal funding opportunities involving critical minerals and environmental impact, driving proactive engagement in mine land remediation efforts.
Resource Brokerage
By matching identified waste materials’ characteristics with potential industrial use across multiple sectors, CMRN creates economic incentives for comprehensive site restoration.
Join the Critical Mineral Resources Network
CMRN transforms abandoned mine lands into strategic national assets by connecting innovative organizations across key sectors with cataloged mineral data.
Our unique membership turns environmental challenges into high-value opportunity pathways for government agencies, mining companies, manufacturers, green energy innovators, and land developers.
Contact us for more information on how your organization can participate in this groundbreaking initiative.
Our Vision
CMRN identifies pathways to transform abandoned mine sites into regenerative economic ecosystems, converting environmental liabilities into strategic national assets.
By addressing toxic waste, restoring land, and recovering critical minerals within the U.S., we aim to unlock $100 billion in economic value while providing sustainable solutions for rural communities and national mineral security.
Our initiative will accelerate environmental remediation, create jobs, and establish a replicable model for transforming industrial waste into high-value resources.
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