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Antofagasta's Mining Proposal Faces State Protection in Boundary Waters

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 21
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A mining company owned by Antofagasta is proposing a copper-nickel mine near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. On August 18, Governor Tim Walz issued Executive Order 26-10, calling for strong state protections against sulfide-ore copper and nickel mining in the area. This action counters a House Joint Resolution that sought to open the Boundary Waters headwaters to copper-nickel sulfide mining.

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Why it matters

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The dispute pits a large mining operation against state environmental protections in Minnesota. Governor Tim Walz stated that the executive order is intended to ensure the outfitters, small businesses, and communities that depend on the Boundary Waters continue to thrive.

Governor Tim Walz suspended mining efforts in the wilderness, which involved a subsidiary of Antofagasta Minerals.

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Who's involved

  • AntofagastaOwns the mining company proposing operations near the Boundary Waters
  • Boundary WatersWilderness area in Minnesota subject to regulatory conflict
  • Tim WalzIssued the executive order protecting the Boundary Waters
  • MinnesotaProvides the legal jurisdiction for the Boundary Waters

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  • Boundary WatersSpeculative

    The small businesses and communities dependent on the Boundary Waters might see their revenue streams protected by the state order

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