Modern mining is smarter than ever thanks to innovative technologies that have transformed the way we explore and extract Alaska’s vast mineral deposits. ‘Smart’ mining employs once unimaginable gadgets and even AI to safeguard the environment and those who work in and around Alaska’s world-class mining operations.

Alaska is a unique place - and the state’s mining industry strives to keep it that way! Advanced technologies and innovative methods align to ensure Alaska’s mining operations not only protect but actively restore the land.

Alaska has one of the most robust regulatory systems in the world - and for good reason. More than any other state, Alaska depends on the responsible development of its natural resources for its economic well-being and Alaskans care deeply about the environment.

In Alaska, operators of large metal mines are required to reclaim and close their mines. They cannot even begin construction of the mine until the state has approved their plans, and they have put up money – called financial assurance – that the state could use if the company fails to complete the job.

Think Graphite is just for pencils? Think again! Graphite could hold the key to the energy transition with Alaska well-positioned to responsibly lead the way.

For some, zinc might seem like a secondary metal but in reality it is a powerhouse; an indispensable element with a key role touching every corner of the renewable energy sector.

The fourth most used metal in the world, zinc is having a well-deserved moment in the spotlight due to its importance for the future of renewable energy. With the two top producing zinc mines in the United States located in Alaska, this future-focused state has the ability to be a key player in providing the materials needed for the energy transition.

As China tightens its grip on global graphite, Alaska’s Graphite Creek could be a game-changing ace-up-the-sleeve for the United States, relieving reliance on a foreign government for this important element.