As an effective and proactive voice for the North American mining community, we successfully influence the outcome of political dialogue, build effective working strategies with key elected officials, and develop and coordinate industry responses to legislative and regulatory issues.

We Hold the 2nd Largest Annual Mining Convention in the U.S.

AEMA`s Annual Meeting and Exposition is longest running, and second-largest annual mining convention in the U.S.Our Annual Meeting brings together American mining industry leaders and provides important networking and social opportunities. Join AEMA this year in Sparks/Reno, Nevada for the 123rd Annual Meeting at the Nugget Casino Resort, December 4-8, 2017. This year`s Annual Meeting features:

100+ Speakers
35 Technical Sessions
7 Short Courses
2 Area Field Trips
Over 250 Exhibits
A Core Shack

Above all AEMA advocates for a robust, modern and sustainable American mining industry. Mining makes modern life possible, from your vehicle to the device you are using to view this website. In advocating for the American mining industry, AEMA understands that improving public understanding of the importance of mining is critical. AEMA not only advocates for responsible mining policies but uses its advanced capabilities and extensive expertise to educate the public and policymakers all to the benefit of our members.

Become a member to receive all the benefits AEMA advocacy can deliver.

EMA’s broad membership represents a true cross-section of the American mining community from small miners and exploration geologists to junior and large mining companies. More than 80% of our members are small businesses or work for small businesses. Most of our members are individual citizens.

The mining industry faces many challenges when it comes to improving public perception & understanding the importance of mining in our everyday world. Advocating effectively for and growing the American mining industry requires collaboration between industry leaders, policy makers & regulators. By tapping our collective energies, expertise and combined resources, AEMA has proven to be a meaningfully advocate for our industry.

We all need mining to make modern life possible.

We Were the First U.S. Mining Association to Adopt Environmental Principles. AEMA was the first U.S.-based mining association to adopt a Statement of Environmental Principles to communicate broadly the modern mining industry’s commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainability.

We Stand Up for Mining - In Front of the Supreme Court

AEMA fights on behalf of its members and the mining industry to ensure that regulatory actions are legal, justified, and as cost-effective as possible, as demonstrated by our challenging illegal regulations in court and intervening when necessary to protect our members and their rights. AEMA has advocated cases on behalf of our members all the way to the Supreme Court.

We Are a Recognized National Voice For Exploration & Public Lands Access
AEMA is recognized nationally as the voice for mineral exploration and maintaining access to public lands. Through our extensive partnerships, we are an effective and proactive voice on the national stage.

We Utilize the Most Modern Tools to Represent our Members
AEMA’s sophisticated communications outreach and advanced social media channels support the modern American mining industry, our members projects and amplify the #modernmining message to help build public support and bring greater brand recognition. We are active participants in the digital conversation and utilize our digital clout to speak to current industry events, congressional leaders, media, and improve public perception of the American mining industry.

Our Members are Leaders in the Industry
Our Membership spans every step in the mining life-cycle, and is represented by our volunteer-based Board of Trustees. Our committees benefit from a talented membership of diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise. We are honored to deliver more opportunities to our members to tell their stories and be heard.

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