MASON PROJECT
Exploration
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Nevada has a rich history in mining, with the first boom occurring in the late 1800s. The state also saw significant new mining activity following World War 1, the Korean War until 1978 and from 2004 to today.
Mining in the Yerington district, where the Mason deposit sits, dates back to 1865 when mining occurred on both the east and west sides of the Singatse Range.
Since the mid-1950s, several companies have actively explored the Mason Project with numerous geophysical surveys and diamond drilling campaigns. Our team used this information to inform the project’s most recent technical report and preliminary economic assessment in 2021.
We will continue to compile and understand historical data, and we expect to complete a geophysical survey to refine our exploration targets in preparation for our next drilling campaign. We will also continue to advance studies to support future pre-feasibility work.
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Project Presentation
Mason Project Infrastructure
Permitting Process
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The permitting process is one of the most critical phases of developing a mine. We are committed to conducting the necessary baseline studies to provide the support needed to obtain the required permits. We will work with the agencies responsible for issuing our permits to demonstrate that our project is prepared to meet or exceed all environmental requirements.
Public participation is essential to designing a mine that the community understands and supports. Stakeholders will have the opportunity to review our data and information, ask questions, and provide comments to regulators before issuing our permits. Once issued, the permits will include monitoring and reporting requirements to ensure that the mine meets air and water quality standards.
What we Mine​
The Copper We Need, Mined Responsibly
Copper is an essential component of our modern lifestyle. Many of the conveniences we take for granted, like electricity and running water in our homes, require copper. Anything that you plug in or that uses batteries also contains copper.
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The United States currently uses over 80% more copper than we produce. Relying on foreign countries, especially those with substandard labor and environmental regulations, to supply the minerals we need is unsustainable and irresponsible. American consumers demand responsible sourcing for products ranging from diamonds to sneakers and coffee. It should be no different for copper and the products made from copper that we use every day.
Green Economy
From solar panels to electric vehicles—copper is a crucial element in the green energy future. Hudbay will support America’s transition to a cleaner future by providing the copper required to build innovative materials and technologies to power our new economy.