SMI is engaged in research and brings out publications on a variety of topics for the benefit of the mining industry and other stakeholders, with an aim to keep them updated with the dynamic mining scenario in India and to provide relevant information in an easy and readily accessible manner. SMI acts as a platform for knowledge sharing on sustainable mining in India.

SMI has brought out the following publications for the benefit of mining stakeholders:

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Study on Adoption of Cleaner Vehicles for Indian Mining Industry’	Best Practices for Sustainable Tailings Management	Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 (IV Edition) - Rules, Guidelines and Clarifications (Addendum updated till date)
Law and Procedures for Environmental Clearances of Developmental Projects (With Special Focus on Mining Projects) (III Edition) – Guidelines, Notifications and Clarifications (Addendum updated till date)	SMI Guide - A Framework for Sustainable Mining	Environment Management and Social Initiatives by Indian Mining industry