Alaska depends on strong jobs, clean operations, and stable growth. Mining helps with all three. The work stretches across more than 90 communities. That includes small towns, big cities, and a lot of places in between. It brings in high wages, long-term careers, and real benefits for Alaska Native Corporations.

The Alaska mining industry also protects what makes Alaska special. Operators treat water before it leaves site boundaries. They track air quality. They restore the land. Some use drones or remote sensors. Others rely on boots in the snow. Either way, the goal stays the same: keep the land clean, even while using it.

You’ll find mining news stories here about the people behind the work, the tools that make it safer, and the choices that keep mining grounded in Alaska values. A lot is happening.

The Future of Mining in Alaska with Gen Z

A greener, more sustainable future begins with materials responsibly mined in Alaska. As the workforce of tomorrow, Gen Z offers technical expertise that can help drive innovations that make the world a better place. Rich Nolan, President and CEO of the National Mining Association, offers that, collaboratively, the mining industry and Gen Z are a perfect match.

Collaborating with local communities brings forward ideas, traditional knowledge, and opportunities. Learn more about the economic and other benefits and why mining is good for Alaska.

Mined metals from Alaska are making the impossible possible. Explore the operations below at Alaska's producing mines. Did you know the mining industry supports 11,800 jobs in 90+ communities statewide? Learn where metals are mined in Alaska generating $1.1 billion in wages.

Red Dog Mine in Alaska: Operations Awarded Zinc Mark

Red Dog Operations, one of the world’s largest zinc mines, has been awarded the Zinc Mark (2024) in recognition of environmentally and socially responsible production practices. The mine is located about 170 km north of the Arctic Circle in northwest Alaska, near Kotzebue, and is the first mining site to receive this distinction.

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News Release - 08/14/2024
Alaska Metal Mines Celebrates Mining Day At Alaska State Fair

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News Release - 08/18/2023
Mining Day at the Alaska State Fair Launches New Brand For Longtime Sponsor
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