Why the Colorado School of Mines is falling short in sustainability

By: Allie Morton

Outlets: Colorado Newsline

Published: September 22, 2026

Words: 577

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 3 days ago

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In May I earned my undergraduate degree in environmental engineering from Colorado School of Mines in Golden. I was elated as any student might be, proud to carry the oath of an engineer to better our world.

My pride was dampened when, just two months after graduating, I found out that a department integral to my experience at Colorado School of Mines was quietly dismantled: the sustainability department, know as Mines Sus.

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