Oct 8 2009
Another milestone for Kennecott Eagle Mineral's Michigan operations has been achieved. The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) today announced its decision proposing key permit approvals that would enable Kennecott to refurbish and then use the Humboldt Mill.
"The opportunity to revitalize the Humboldt Mill and bring it back to productivity is one we are excited about," said Kennecott Eagle General Manager Jon Cherry. "The return of the Humboldt Mill to operational status provides additional new job opportunities for people in the area and further stability to the local economy."
The MDEQ has proposed approvals for three permits required under state law for operating the Humboldt Mill. Kennecott's operating plan will also include clean up and refurbishment activities at the mill. Permit conditions include the installation of extensive environmental controls and monitoring programs to ensure protection of water resources in the area.
"We view the environmental monitoring program to be an integral part of our environmental stewardship responsibility," said Cherry. "Also, because the program will far exceed what has been in place at the site previously, a comprehensive and ongoing record of the environment will be available to regulators and the public. We are committed to this level of responsibility and transparency."
While Kennecott intends to equip the mill initially to serve Eagle, additional capacity could be added in the future to handle additional mining projects in the region, either by Kennecott or other interests.
"Bringing the Humboldt Mill online paves the way for a growing mining industry in the U.P. by providing infrastructure needed to support companies that invest here," said Cherry. "It's a strong example of Kennecott's commitment to sustainable development and enhancing the economic benefits associated with mine operations."
Source: https://lundinmining.com/