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Land Stewardship and Environment

Several studies conducted by team members provide scientific information to land management agencies, allowing them to make informed decisions for land stewardship and related environmental issues. Our current studies focus on abandoned mine land issues, surveys and analysis, National Park studies, and aggregate use.

• Abandoned Mine Land Studies
• Mancos Shale Landscapes - Science & Management of Black Shale Terrains
• Surveys and Analysis
• National Park Studies
• Infrastructure Studies/Aggregate Use
• Understanding the Environmental Behavior of Mineral Deposits