Copper is essential to infrastructure: from wiring and transmission lines to building construction and vehicle charging stations, copper powers our modern life. Wood Mackenzie expects global copper demand to surge by 24 percent by 2035, so to match the rising demand, we will need to support copper mines.
Resolution Copper in Arizona recently reached a milestone in preparation of its mining phase: the rehabilitation and deepening of the historic No. 9 Shaft. It is now the second deepest single lift mine shaft in the U.S.
“Completing the No. 9 Shaft is a huge milestone and a testament to the dedication and expertise of our underground team and contracting partners,” said Vicky Peacey, President and General Manager of Resolution Copper. “This achievement underscores what’s possible when American miners, homegrown talent from local communities including the Superior, Miami, Globe, San Carlos Apache Tribe, Hayden, Kearny and Winkleman, come together to do the job safely. While ongoing litigation continues to stall development, we are ready to advance this important copper project, enabling thousands of high-paying jobs, billions in economic development for rural Arizona, and access to a domestic supply of copper essential to American security and modern infrastructure. The sooner the litigation delays stop, the sooner this project can move forward, and the sooner Arizona and the nation will benefit.”