University alliance to help build a sustainable critical minerals industry for Queensland

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Welcome to the Sustainable Minerals Institute (SMI)

A world-leading research institute committed to developing the transformative people, technologies and approaches to address global sustainability challenges through the responsible supply of mineral resources.

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20+

years of research excellence



300+

alumni working in industry
across the globe



600+

partners across industry,
government and civil society groups

Adopting a multidisciplinary approach to deliver sustainable resource development.
Supporting the training needs for a skilled and future ready workforce.
Teaching future industry and community leaders through higher degrees by research and postgraduate study.

The Institute's research and activities integrate the expertise of production, environmental management, social science, and health, safety and risk specialists to deliver sustainable resource development and train the next generation of industry community leaders.

The Sustainable Minerals Institute offers four main delivery pathways.



Research translation and engagement



Professional development and teaching



Funded research



Tools, software insights and products

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Email: smihdroffice@uq.edu.au

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