Environmental impact statement

Oz Lithium Submits Environmental Impact Report and Advances Environmental Impact Study with VES Survey and Sampling Program

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Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Oz Lithium is pleased to announce that it has submitted an Environmental Impact Report to initiate a complete study of the Laguna Santa María Soda Ash Mine.

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  • Oz Lithium is pleased to announce that it has submitted an Environmental Impact Report to initiate a complete study of the Laguna Santa María Soda Ash Mine.
  • Oz Lithium is also meeting with authorities from Tolar Grande, the nearest town to the Laguna Santa Maria Mine, to discuss the study and introduce the Company.
  • To support this effort, Oz Lithium has engaged Geo Brand, a Salta-based company with extensive experience in environmental assessments, to conduct a VES (Vertical Electrical Sounding) survey.
  • In addition to the VES survey, Oz Lithium's team will be conducting a sampling program designed to capture a representative subsurface characterization of the area.

Oz Lithium Submits Environmental Impact Report and Advances Environmental Impact Study with VES Survey and Sampling Program

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Oz Lithium is pleased to announce that it has submitted an Environmental Impact Report to initiate a complete study of the Laguna Santa María Soda Ash Mine.

Key Points: 
  • Oz Lithium is pleased to announce that it has submitted an Environmental Impact Report to initiate a complete study of the Laguna Santa María Soda Ash Mine.
  • Oz Lithium is also meeting with authorities from Tolar Grande, the nearest town to the Laguna Santa Maria Mine, to discuss the study and introduce the Company.
  • To support this effort, Oz Lithium has engaged Geo Brand, a Salta-based company with extensive experience in environmental assessments, to conduct a VES (Vertical Electrical Sounding) survey.
  • In addition to the VES survey, Oz Lithium's team will be conducting a sampling program designed to capture a representative subsurface characterization of the area.

Vortex Metals Completes Field Work for Environmental Study and Advances Surface Geological Investigations

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Thursday, June 1, 2023

The study was conducted under the guidance of Mexican environmental firm Ambiental y Social Servicios Integrales (ASSI), composed of 10 environmental specialists focused on fauna and flora.

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  • The study was conducted under the guidance of Mexican environmental firm Ambiental y Social Servicios Integrales (ASSI), composed of 10 environmental specialists focused on fauna and flora.
  • The field work commenced on May 16th, following the local community's approval of the comprehensive EBS, which includes biological studies and surface geological work.
  • The field work involved five specialized teams focusing on specific areas: reptiles and amphibians, mammals, fish, birds and flora.
  • The program will better define geologic continuity and sites for proposed drilling required for completion of the Environmental Impact Study.

AIDEA & Ambler Metals Respond to BLM Delays in the Timeline for Ambler Access Project

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Wednesday, May 24, 2023

In response to DOI's update, AIDEA Executive Director Randy Ruaro said, "The update from BLM is frustrating.

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  • In response to DOI's update, AIDEA Executive Director Randy Ruaro said, "The update from BLM is frustrating.
  • After a lengthy and rigorous permitting process, the Ambler Access Project was awarded a positive ROD in 2020.
  • In 2022, the DOI filed a motion to remand the ROD on the EIS to address areas related to Cultural Resources and Subsistence Matters.
  • Interior needs to stop dragging its feet and complete this process and allow this road to be built, as it is already required by federal law."

Denison Releases 2022 ESG Report, Highlighting Progress on Environmental, Social and Governance Initiatives

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

TORONTO, April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Denison Mines Corp. ('Denison' or the 'Company') (TSX: DML) (NYSE American: DNN) is pleased to announce that it has published its 2022 ESG Report.

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  • TORONTO, April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Denison Mines Corp. ('Denison' or the 'Company') (TSX: DML) (NYSE American: DNN) is pleased to announce that it has published its 2022 ESG Report.
  • Annually, Denison provides a report on its environmental, social and governance ("ESG") initiatives for its operations, demonstrating the Company's ongoing commitment to sustainability and transparency.
  • Our 2022 ESG Report demonstrates that the principles of good ESG practices are present throughout our organization, providing a solid foundation for our future growth and contribution to a clean energy future."
  • A copy of Denison's 2022 ESG Report is available on its website: https://denisonmines.com/investors/esg-reports/

Discovery Reports Q4 2022 Financial Results and Update

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Friday, March 31, 2023

TORONTO, March 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Discovery Silver Corp. (TSX: DSV, OTCQX: DSVSF) (“Discovery” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce its financial results for the fourth quarter (“Q4 2022”) and year ended December 31, 2022, and to provide a summary of key events for the quarter and subsequent to year-end.

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  • TORONTO, March 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Discovery Silver Corp. (TSX: DSV, OTCQX: DSVSF) (“Discovery” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce its financial results for the fourth quarter (“Q4 2022”) and year ended December 31, 2022, and to provide a summary of key events for the quarter and subsequent to year-end.
  • SUMMARY OF Q4 2022 & SUBSEQUENT EVENTS:
    The Company continues to make excellent progress on its Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) initiatives.
  • For further details on the drill results noted above refer to our news releases dated November 17, 2022 and March 22, 2023.
  • The following selected financial data is summarized from the Company’s consolidated financial statements and related notes thereto (the “Financial Statements”) for the year ended December 31, 2022, and the Management’s Discussion and Analysis (“MD&A”) for the year ended December 31, 2022.

Canada Nickel Continues Rapid Progression of Crawford Nickel Project Federal Permitting

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Tuesday, April 4, 2023

TORONTO, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Canada Nickel Company Inc. ("Canada Nickel" or "The Company") (TSXV: CNC) (OTCQX: CNIKF) is pleased to announce commencement of the Impact Statement Phase for the Crawford Nickel Project ("Crawford" or "the Crawford Project") under the Impact Assessment Act.

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  • TORONTO, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Canada Nickel Company Inc. ("Canada Nickel" or "The Company") (TSXV: CNC) (OTCQX: CNIKF) is pleased to announce commencement of the Impact Statement Phase for the Crawford Nickel Project ("Crawford" or "the Crawford Project") under the Impact Assessment Act.
  • Mark Selby, Chair & CEO of Canada Nickel said, "As we now enter the second phase of the Impact Assessment process, we'd like to express our appreciation to our partners, stakeholders, and Indigenous communities for their continued engagement, and to the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada for their timely actions in efficiently progressing the Impact Assessment process for Crawford.
  • As we continue our rapid progression through project permitting, Canada Nickel remains committed to ensuring thorough, meaningful baseline assessments, impact analysis, and engagement."
  • The Impact Statement Phase, the second phase of the process, culminates with the proponent's submission of the Impact Statement, a detailed technical document that identifies and assesses the potential impacts of a project and the measures proposed to mitigate those effects.

Veteran Tejon Ranch Co. Real Estate Executive Joins Company To Head Centennial Project

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023

TEJON RANCH, Calif., March 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tejon Ranch Co. (NYSE:TRC) announced today the hiring of Nathan Keith as Senior Vice President of Real Estate.

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  • TEJON RANCH, Calif., March 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tejon Ranch Co. (NYSE:TRC) announced today the hiring of Nathan Keith as Senior Vice President of Real Estate.
  • He has now rejoined the Company to lead the Centennial project moving forward.
  • Keith first joined Tejon Ranch Co. in 2007 and rose through the ranks to become Vice President of Real Estate.
  • With Keith’s return to Tejon Ranch, the Company is continuing its commitment to the Centennial entitlement and development efforts.

Fission Hires Environment and Regulatory Expert to Lead Environmental Assessment Process

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Monday, January 23, 2023

Mr. Pryznyk is an environment, health and safety professional with two decades of experience working in Saskatchewan, including 15 years in mining.

Key Points: 
  • Mr. Pryznyk is an environment, health and safety professional with two decades of experience working in Saskatchewan, including 15 years in mining.
  • Much of that experience was gained working for uranium producer, Cameco, where he held positions in environmental management and regulatory affairs at Cigar Lake mine during construction and operation.
  • In this important role, Mr. Pryznyk will lead Fission's Environmental Assessment process, the submission of the Environmental Impact Statement, and the subsequent licensing and permitting of the project through to construction and production.
  • Mr. Pryznyk will be an excellent addition to the Fission technical team as we continue through environmental assessment and permitting phase of development at PLS and beyond."

Ioneer's Rhyolite Ridge Project Advances into Final Stage of Permitting

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Monday, December 19, 2022

RENO, Nev., Dec. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Ioneer Ltd ("Ioneer" or "the Company") (ASX: INR, Nasdaq: IONR), an emerging lithium-boron supplier, announces that its Rhyolite Ridge Lithium-Boron Project ("Rhyolite Ridge Project" or "the Project") in Esmeralda County, Nevada has advanced into the final stage of federal permitting with the decision by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to publish a Notice of Intent (NOI) in the Federal Register. This marks a major milestone toward the completion of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process and approval of the Project's Plan of Operations ("Plan").

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  • The Plan is the foundational permitting document for the Project and will become the basis for compliance during operations and closure.
  • With work on the Plan completed and the NOI issued, the Project moves into the public review and comment phase of the NEPA process.
  • An approved Plan will allow the Company to commence construction of the Rhyolite Ridge Project.
  • "Our Project is uniquely positioned in the U.S., and has been engineered to ensure a stable, long-term, environmentally sustainable source of lithium.