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Lawsuits move forward against both major Minnesota copper mine proposals

April 25, 2019April 25, 2019 by Greg Seitz

Lawyers for environmental groups argued last week that Twin Metals’ mineral leases should never have been renewed, and that PolyMet’s land exchange was a bad deal for the public.

Sulfide Mining Activity in Northeastern Minnesota

State issues final permits to PolyMet for copper-nickel mine in northern Minnesota

December 21, 2018December 21, 2018 by Greg Seitz

Minnesota Pollution Control Agency approves air and water plans, while environmentalists say the decisions are based on bad information.

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