MEC strives to create an enlightened public who understand the importance of mining and minerals in everyday life.
Videos and Virtual Tours
Explore these videos and virtual tours at home.SME Members – Get Involved!
Education about minerals and mining is crucial to the future of the mining industry. Use these resources to explain the importance of mined minerals in everyday life to members of your local community.MEC Events
Part of the Minerals Education Coalition’s mission is to inform and educate the general public about the importance of mining in their everyday lives. MEC staff and volunteers will be staffing the following events.Mining in Society Merit Badge
Find a wide range of useful resources for the Mining In Society Merit Badge.2019 Mineral Baby
Did you know the average American uses more than three million pounds of minerals, metals and fuels in their lifetime? The 2019 MEC Mineral Baby illustrates the important work of the mining industry to support our daily lives.
