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Comments for the ADEQ Copper World Air Permit due Sep 15

On July 15, 2024, the comment period opened for the proposal to issue an air quality control permit for the construction and operation of Hudbay’s Copper World Project. Comments are due Sept. 15, 2024. Join us at the public meetings on Aug 14 and and Sep 10 to voice your concerns.
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Copper World Granted Aquifer Protection Permit by ADEQ

Copper World has been granted an Aquifer Protection Permit by the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality. Our team is reviewing the permit closely and comparing the permit terms against the comments we provided in April 2024.
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Energy Permitting Reform Act Threatens to reverse the 2022 Rosemont Decision

The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee voted on the Energy Permitting Reform Act of 2024. Under the guise of “permitting reform,” this legislation will roll back important protections for communities affected by extraction, promote oil and gas drilling and infrastructure.
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Santa Rita Guardians Shop Now Open!

We have 4 in-person opportunities to pick up a new Santa Rita Guardians shirt in preparation for the upcoming ADEQ meetings, and a new shop is available for online orders!
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SSSR Hosting a Townhall Meeting on July 20

Join us in person and get the latest updates on mining plans Hudbay has proposed in the Santa Rita Mountains and what YOU can do to stop the destruction!
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NEW Economic Report refutes Hudbay's economic claims

We just released an economic report, authored by Power Consulting, that analyzes the impact of the Copper World project on the local economy. Read the full report here.
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See Rob’s presentation for the latest info on Copper World

In case you missed it, SSSR Executive Director, Rob Peters gave presentation on the latest updates on the proposed Copper World mine. Check out the full recording.
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Our lawsuit with the State of Arizona went to court

Oral arguments were heard on June 13, 2024, filings were submitted on July 11, 2024 and the judge has up to 60 days to make a ruling.
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Stories from the Guardian of the Santa Ritas: John Wakefield

Our storytelling series featuring the Guardians of the Santa Ritas continues with a feature of John Wakefield, a geologist turned activist.
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Help us spread the word about Copper World with your community

We would love to speak with your community! Schedule a presentation with your neighborhood association, environmental organization, social club, etc...
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Stories from the Guardian of the Santa Ritas: Elizabeth Bayless

We are excited to launch a new storytelling series featuring you, the faithful Guardians of the Santa Ritas. First up, you’ll meet Elisabeth Bayless
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URGENT ACTION | Mining Regulatory Clarity Act

A disastrous bill is being voted on by US Congress. We need all our members to contact their representatives to tell them to vote “no” on the Mining Regulatory Clarity Act. For a simple way to send your email, click here to find a fast action form provided by Earthjustice.
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September 9, 2024

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