Mining News: Pebble study takes a global perspective 12/19/2010
International experts on responsible mining set stage for in-depth discussion on proposed mine for SW Alaska copper deposit
The first of a series of independent science panels designed by the Keystone Center to address the potential development of a mine at the Pebble copper-gold-molybdenum deposit in Southwest Alaska – di...

Mining News: AMA serves surf and turf at 2010 meeting 11/21/2010
Presenters feed mining industry healthy portions of Alaska fish data alongside usual fare of geological, mining project updates
Miners, explorers, suppliers and others interested in Alaska's mining industry got a generous helping of surf and turf during the Alaska Miners Association 2010 Annual Convention and Trade Show, held...

2010 Mining Explorers: Beyond the colossal Pebble deposit 10/31/2010
Partners drill intriguing prospects on property, pick up regional targets
As the Pebble Limited Partnership approaches the completion of an extensive feasibility study for the Pebble Project, it is investigating the Southwest Alaska property beyond the bounds of the 80.6 bi...

2010 Mining Explorers: Full Metal re-emerges in Alaska 10/31/2010
From Rolling Thunder to Pyramid, junior makes significant finds across state
From its search for White Gold-style mineralization in the Fortymile placer gold district just across the border from the Klondike in eastern Alaska to exploration of the Pyramid copper-gold project s...

2010 Mining Explorers: Explorers trek to Last Frontier 10/31/2010
Geologists seek next world-class deposit in rugged, under-explored state
The Last Frontier, as Alaska has long been labeled, is as applicable a moniker today as it was to prospectors who ventured to the territory at the end of the 19th century. Alaska is considered one of...

Mining News: Mining plays vital jobs role in Alaska 10/31/2010
Geographical diversity and high-wages boost employment profile state's mines, especially in regions where opportunities are scarce
Mining is becoming increasingly important to Alaskans looking for good-paying jobs. Not only does the industry provide high wages, the geographical diversity of the mines provides employment opportuni...

Mining News: Alaska copper exploration makes comeback 10/31/2010
Resurgence in 2010 rivals heady 1970s when explorers focused on the bright metal, while prospecting for gold was an afterthought
As termination dust falls across most of Alaska, the curtain has come down for the bulk of the exploration projects around the state; however, mine development programs as well as mine-site exploratio...

Mining News: Lawmakers cram for Pebble mine study 10/31/2010
Legislative Council subcommittee discusses how to advance state-funded analysis; integrity of independent consultants questioned
Alaska legislators are at odds on how to proceed with a state-funded study of the Pebble Project and what effect building a mine at the enormous copper-gold-molybdenum deposit will have on the people...

AK-WA Connection 2010: Mining supports Alaska-Washington trade 08/08/2010
Industry provides much-needed boost to state's economy, especially in rural communities where jobs and opportunities are scarce
Mining is an increasingly bright spot in the Alaska economy and nowhere is the impact of this vibrant sector more pronounced than among businesses in the Alaska-Washington trade. Shaking off effects...