Manager of Water Quality Programs
Freeport - McMoRan
Ms. Trika Graham possesses over 23 years of comprehensive experience in the environmental sector, including 15 years specializing in remediation consulting and 8 years dedicated to copper mining operations. Currently serving as Manager of Water Quality Programs at Freeport-McMoRan Inc., Ms. Graham provides strategic oversight and technical support to ensure site-wide compliance with water quality permitting requirements.
Ms. Graham holds a Bachelor of Science in Geology from the University of North Dakota and a Master of Environmental Law from the University of Arizona. Her expertise encompasses regulatory compliance, environmental law, and the implementation of advanced water quality management practices across mining operations.
She is an active member of the Society of Mining, Metallurgy and Engineering (SME), where she regularly volunteers at industry conferences. In 2025, Ms. Graham serves as the chair for the Arizona SME Conference, demonstrating her commitment to professional leadership and knowledge sharing within mining and environmental communities.
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