Southeast Alaska’s largest tribal organization says this month’s meetings with the U.S. State Department and Environmental Protection Agency were productive.
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Mount Polley Mine to discharge wastewater
British Columbia’s Mount Polley Mine, which became a poster child for environmental disasters, will soon begin discharging wastewater.
Alaska, British Columbia ink transboundary agreement
Alaska and British Columbia signed a memorandum of understanding Wednesday expected to increase the state’s role in transboundary mine decisions.
Alaska drafts transboundary agreement with B.C.
Alaska officials have drafted an agreement with British Columbia aimed at protecting transboundary waters. They say it will address concerns about pollution from mines on rivers that flow into Alaska.
More gold found at controversial B.C. mine
Developers of British Columbia’s controversial Kerr-Sulphurets-Mitchell deposit say they’ve found more gold. That could increase its value and help attract investors.
Drilling for gold: Inside the KSM’s exploration project
What happens when a mining company goes looking for gold? Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at one of British Columbia’s most controversial transboundary mines.
B.C. meeting with Tulsequah Chief Mine owner
A top British Columbia official is meeting with owners of the Tulsequah Chief Mine, which is leaking pollution into a river that flows into Alaska.
Can B.C. stop Tulsequah Chief Mine pollution?
Options for stopping pollution leaking out of B.C.’s Tulsequah Chief Mine seem to be difficult and expensive. The mine is northeast of Juneau.
Are tailings dams safe? B.C. mines chief says yes
British Columbia Mines Minister Bill Bennett says tailings dams can be a safe part of his province’s mines.
British Columbia more open to mine treaty talks
British Columbia’s mines minister says he’s open to involving Canada in resolving transboundary mine conflicts. That’s a change from earlier statements.