Sustainability

At KaMin, sustainability is at the forefront of our operations, guiding every step of our mineral extraction and production processes. We are committed to minimizing environmental impact while maximizing resource efficiency, ensuring that our practices not only meet current needs but also preserve the planet for future generations.

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sustainability commitment

Together, we are building a future where our minerals pave the way for progress, contributing to a more efficient and sustainable world.

At KaMin, we are committed to leaving a light footprint as we harness some of the most powerful mineral resources around the globe. KaMin’s Sustainability Council drives our commitment to global leadership in sustainable and responsible mineral production. This dedicated team brings together experts from across our operations to extract our kaolin reserves efficiently, minimizing the impact to local environments. By aligning with global best practices and setting ambitious goals, we ensure that sustainability remains a cornerstone of KaMin’s mission to deliver innovative performance minerals while protecting the environments we operate within. 

Green Technology

Deploying advanced technologies to reduce our overall greenhouse gas emissions and water consumption

Environmental Efficiency

Optimizing our footprint and setting high standards in resource efficiencies and reclamation practices

Strategic Partnerships

Partnering with suppliers to provide complementary offerings that align with our sustainability targets

Reclamation Excellence

Setting new benchmarks in reclamation excellence, ensuring our lands are restored to their natural state

Responsible Mining

Dedicating ourselves to responsible mining practices that prioritize environmental stewardship

Collaborative Innovation

Engaging customers to ensure we are focused on enabling the most sustainable products for the future

Award-winning sustainability initiatives

KaMin has consistently earned global recognition for its sustainability efforts, demonstrating our commitment to environmental stewardship in the communities where we operate. KaMin's sustainability framework has been recognized by industry leaders such as Ecovadis, Georgia Mining Association, and more.
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Outstanding Achievement in Land Reclamation (2025)
Awarded to KaMin by the Georgia Mining Association
President's Good Neighbor Award (2025)
Awarded to our Wrens plant by the Georgia Mining Association
First Step & Good Neighbor Awards (2025)
Awarded to our Sandersville & McIntyre plants by the Georgia Mining Association
Environmental Land Reclamation Outstanding Achievement Award (2024)
Awarded by the Georgia Mining Association
Ecovadis, Bronze (2024)
Awarded by Ecovadis for sustainability excellence.
Ecovadis, Silver (2020-2023)
Awarded by Ecovadis for sustainability excellence.

Learn more about sustainability at KaMin

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Innovation
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