He Senate of Mendoza gave him final sanction this Tuesday at 34 Environmental Impact Statements (DIAs) that had been approved in the local Chamber of Deputies, which will allow exploration to begin in the Malargüe Western Mining District area.
As he told Scopethis is fundamental news to advance copper exploitation projects. Previously, Malargüe Western Mining District It had already gained the support of the local community, which expressed itself in favor of the activity in previous public hearings.
Key step for mining exploration in Mendoza
The initiative had 33 votes in favor and only 3 against, and was celebrated by Governor Alfredo Cornejo, who assured that the measure provides “legal security with the objective of improving the economy and improving salaries in Mendoza”.
“It should be noted that each legislative and administrative process complied with principles of transparency, legality and predictability,” the radical president commented on his social networks.
Likewise, Cornejo said: “We trust in offering citizens and potential investors the certainty that the development of this industry will be carried out with clear decisions and protected from arbitrary changes or political interests of governments in power.”
Finally, he deeply appreciated this achievement, achieved with broad consensus and the application of updated legal procedures.
The Minister of Energy and Environment of Mendoza expressed herself in the same vein, Jimenta Latorrewho specified that “It has been a long path marked by the institutions, in which participatory workshops, open visits to exploration projects and a massive public audience were held.”
On her social networks, the official assured that “transparency and participation were the pillars of the process” and commented that “13 sectoral reports and a technical opinion from the Faculty of Applied Sciences to Industry of the UNCuyo were incorporated, complying with Law 5961 and Regulatory Decree 820/06.”
He also considered that mining exploration is “an opportunity for our productive activities to grow harmoniously, generating more income and benefits for the province. Today we move towards a sustainable future in which we all win.”
“Thank you to all the people of Mendoza and the institutions that participated in this process. We will continue working so that Mendoza grows with consensus and respect for our resources, and especially, our environment,” he concluded.
“The province is celebrating”
Meanwhile, Hebe Marriedvice governor of the province, said that “today the province is celebrating” and explained that ““Mendoza takes a firm step towards a future of opportunities that will improve the lives of many Mendoza residents and will give an economic boost to an area that has demanded this activity for years.”
“With copper as a strategic resource in the energy transition, Mendoza is preparing for sustainable mining that will bring development, genuine employment and attract international investment,” he evaluated.
At the same time, the PRO leader highlighted that they acted responsibly, “listening to the voices of those who seek a future of opportunities in our land. This activity, legitimate and necessary throughout the world, advances with the commitment to meet the highest safety standards and environmental care”.
“Today we establish the foundations for responsible mining, with the conviction that this project is not a blank check”he added.
Finally, Casado said that “Mendoza has certainties, prepared technical teams, qualified labor and a firm decision about what needs to be done, expanding its productive matrix to ensure a future of real opportunities for all Mendoza residents.”
Source: Ambito
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