Relinquishing its existing-but-suspended Clean Water Act permit for the east side, the Canadian company discounts Native American and environmental groups’ concerns, and blades earth as court action approaches.
A rush to mine should not trump environmental risks (Local Opinion, Arizona Daily Star)
Robert Peters, Defenders of Wildlife, argues that environmental safeguards should not be swept aside to fulfill critical-materials shortages.
Jaguars could return to the American Southwest if wildlife corridors exist
Jaguars have historically existed across Arizona. Maintaining wildlife corridors and keeping habitats intact for this far-ranging iconic species are essential, argues researcher. (The Conversation)
Rosemont Told to Stop Illegal Dumping in Santa Ritas, Conservation Groups File Notice of Intent to Sue
“Why should Arizona desecrate sacred lands just to send copper to China?”
Terry Rambler, Tribal Chairman of the San Carlos Apache Nation, shares his views on the relative value of copper, citing current United States Geological Survey (USGS) data.
Arizona Republic Opinion Letter (April 12, 2022)
