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Author: Admin | 2025-04-28
From the sand and aggregate that go into building our country’s roads, homes, and other infrastructure to the specialty minerals that make possible everything from medical implants to space exploration, Georgia’s mining industry drives every sector of our economy.The Georgia Mining Association (GMA) works as the voice of the mining industry in Georgia, serving: The mines that extract our state’s natural resources The companies that turn raw minerals into products that are used in an unbelievable array of consumer goods, building materials, and industrial processes The supporting industries that create the tools, technologies, and processes that make Georgia mining possible Through educational resources, political action, outreach, and – above all – building relationships, GMA brings together the people who create value out of Georgia’s minerals.Learn More About GMA Georgia Minerals: Helping Drive Georgia’s Economy More than 24 different industrial minerals are found in Georgia. Minerals are mined in 133 of Georgia’s 159 counties. The mining industry employs more than 13,000 Georgians in a broad range of professions. Mining has an annual impact of more than $4 billion on Georgia’s economy. Georgia Minerals: Part of Everyday LifeYou can find the products of Georgia’s mineral industry in these and millions of other products and processes:Learn More About Georgia’s Mining Industry Building Materials Cosmetics & Pharmaceuticals Electronics Housewares & Fixtures Paints & Other Household Products Papers & Plastics Protecting Georgia’s Resources and PeopleEnvironmental InitiativesGMA is proud to uphold the mining industry’s “Declaration of Reclamation.” Since 1968, Georgia’s worked mines have been carefully and intentionally restored to productive use. This meticulous process involves restoring the land’s contours and planting to make the land suitable for wildlife, forest production, recreation, and agriculture.Learn More About GMA’s Commitment to SustainabilitySafety ProgramsGeorgia’s mining industry’s greatest resources are its hardworking, dedicated people. Keeping those people safe is another of GMA’s missions. Thanks in part to the efforts of GMA and our members, mining remains one of the safest industries in the state and the US.Learn More About Georgia Mining Safety Additional GMA ProgramsIn addition to the above programs focused on supporting today’s mineral industry in Georgia, GMA programs also work to build a brighter future for mining and supporting industries. Preparing the Next Generation: The Georgia Mining FoundationThe Georgia Mining Foundation was established to demonstrate our industry’s commitment to the local communities of Georgia, while assisting deserving students in their journey to further their education. What started as a small project with modest goals has flourished to become an incredible program with a vast reach.Each year, the Foundation provides scholarships for outstanding students who are entering Georgia’s colleges and technical schools. The Foundation has awarded well over $1 million since 1987.Learn About Georgia Mining Foundation Scholarships Speaking for Mining,
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