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politics2 months ago•5 min saved

Senate reverses Boundary Waters mining ban, unlocking Chilean-backed copper project

The Senate narrowly voted 50-49 to overturn Biden’s 20-year mining moratorium in Minnesota’s Superior National Forest via the Congressional Review Act, clearing the way for Twin Metals Minnesota—an Antofagasta subsidiary—to restart plans to mine copper, nickel, cobalt and platinum near the Boundary Waters. Democrats and environmentalists warn of water pollution, while supporters hail a win for mining and jobs; the measure has House support and is headed to President Trump for signature.

via CNBC|

#antofagasta #boundary-waters #mining-moratorium

politics2 months ago•7 min saved

Senate Clears Path for Copper-Nickel Mine Near Boundary Waters

The Senate narrowly approved a resolution to repeal a moratorium and allow new mining across more than 225,000 acres of the Superior National Forest near Minnesota’s Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, a move that would enable Twin Metals Minnesota (a unit of Antofagasta) to pursue a copper-nickel mine close to the protected lakes and forests. The House has already passed the measure, and it goes to President Trump, who is expected to sign. Environmentalists, Native American tribes, and fishing/hunting groups have warned of water contamination and ecological damage, while supporters say the mine would provide domestic minerals and jobs; the Biden administration previously banned mining there until 2043, complicating Twin Metals’ plans.

via The New York Times|

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