Minnesota Copper-Nickel Mine Developers Announce Environmental and Efficiency Studies

NewRange Copper Nickel plans to reassess waste management, water treatment, and carbon footprint to address legal and environmental challenges.

The project, a joint venture between Glencore and Teck Resources, has faced multiple court and regulatory setbacks.
Studies will explore alternative designs for waste storage and water treatment to potentially improve environmental safeguards.
The company aims to increase daily production without extending the mine's operational lifespan.
Environmental groups argue the reassessment indicates fundamental flaws in the current mine plan.
Any significant changes will require additional environmental reviews and new permits.