Arizona Mining Reform Coalition
Working to ensure mining is done responsibly to protect communities and the environment in Arizona.
The Arizona Mining Reform Coalition is an association of groups and individuals that provides educational and technical assistance to its members and the general public. The Mission of the Coalition is to ensure that responsible mining contributes to healthy communities, a healthy environment, and, when all costs are factored in, is a net benefit to Arizona.
Purpose
The Arizona Mining Reform Coalition was originally founded in 2006 to protect Arizona’s communities and the environment. As a coordinating group, we work to make sure our members are aware of mining impacts and threats and are empowered to act to protect their communities and constituencies.
Goals
To inform our members and the public about mining issues that impact Arizona’s communities and the environment, and to empower them to act.
To strengthen and improve Arizona’s mining rules and regulations.
To strengthen and improve federal mining rules and regulations.
Members
We are comprised of numerous Arizona organizations representing hundreds of thousands of people across the country and thousands of individual members.
Our members range from local, Arizona-based groups like the Arizona Trail Association, Lower San Pedro Watershed Alliance, and Save the Scenic Santa Ritas, to larger, national organizations like the Sierra Club.