In August in Sudbury, Ontario, there will be a workshop on Abandoned Mines and Bats. Here is how they describe the workshop: Continue Reading »
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Background: In response to requests, the U.S. EPA has undertaken to review the Pebble Mine. They are apparently acting in terms of the Clean Water Act, although many dispute their authority to do so. The review is taking place before any formal submittals have been made by Anglo America, and many claim that Anglo should at least be granted due process. Continue Reading »
Posted in blogs, consulting, environmental, Human relations and mining, North America | Tagged EPA, Obama, Pebble Mine, peer review, politics, review, romney | 2 Comments »
We thanks another mining company for supporting the arts in British Columbia. Teck Resources is listed as a Corporate Partner of Ballet BC in the program for last night’s ballet, Bliss. Continue Reading »
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Today I received an email from a student at one of those ivy-league universities in the east. She asked my opinion on a number of issues about Chile. Apparently she and a group of fellow student are about to go to Chile to report on the following: Continue Reading »
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Here from the CostMine report 2011 Survey Results, U.S. Coal Mine Salaries, Wages and Benefits ae some wages earned by U.S. coal miners. First wages at surface coal mines. In US$ per hour, here are minimum, average, and maximum wages for the 28 reporting mines: Continue Reading »
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While in Santiago, which I left yesterday, I went to the Museum of Fine Arts. They have an exhibition of old maps—those gorgeous colorful and ornate affairs replete with curlicues and swirls. I spent much time just stunned by the size and beauty of the maps. Continue Reading »
Posted in Australia and New Zealand, Latin America, Mining history | Tagged Australia, maps, mines, museum, santiago | 1 Comment »
Late evening in Santiago, but still I must post this information. At this link you will find a fascinating book put out by the Mining Association of Canada and the PDAC. It is called 100 Innovations in the Mining Industry. It takes a while to download, but be patient. The resultant product is well worth the wait. Continue Reading »
Posted in decomissioning, environmental, Metallurgy, North America | Tagged book, innovation, Mining association of canada, PDAC | Leave a Comment »
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