Sustainability & Safety

CMA champions industry-leading safety and environmental standards, recognizing innovation, rewarding stewardship, and advancing policies that support responsible mining across Colorado.

Annual Safety Awards

Setting the Standard for Safe and Sustainable Mining

For over 25 years, CMA has partnered with the Colorado Division of Reclamation, Mining, and Safety to promote and recognize excellence in environmental stewardship and mine safety. Thanks to this long-standing collaboration, Colorado’s mining industry has earned a global reputation for exceeding some of the world’s most rigorous environmental and safety standards.

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Annual Reclamation and Safety Awards

CMA and DRMS co-host the annual awards recognizing excellence in mine reclamation, environmental protection, safety innovation, and performance. These awards help share best practices across the industry and celebrate leadership in the field.

  • CMA Advocacy-Driven

    Mining Reclamation Awards

    These awards honor companies that have overcome unique environmental or operational challenges, advanced reclamation technology, and built meaningful partnerships within their communities.

  • CMA Industry-Focused

    Mine Health & Safety Awards

    These awards recognize the use of innovative safety technology, effective training programs and protocols, outstanding individual performance with 30 or more years of injury-free service, and strong overall incident rate performance.

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CORESafety®

Supporting National Safety Standards

CMA supports the National Mining Association's CORESafety initiative - an approach to mining safety and health to prevent accidents before they happen using a management system that involves leadership, management, and assurance. Through this framework, companies implement proactive risk assessments, safety technologies, and management systems that go beyond compliance to prioritize miner well-being.

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Sustainability as a Strategic Priority

CMA promotes the responsible development of minerals that make modern technologies, low-impact infrastructure, and cleaner energy possible. By advocating for strong public policy and responsible exploration, we help ensure that mineral supplies meet future sustainability goals while protecting both people and the planet.

Mined materials are essential to achieving carbon reduction and environmental goals. CMA ensures these materials are sourced responsibly, right here in Colorado.

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