EPA/BLM Letter Regarding the ROD for TP

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EPA/BLM Letter Regarding the ROD for TP

posted on Jan 04, 2021 11:23PM

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Fascinating letter from the EPA to the BLM that was "penned" today. Please let me know what you think when you have a chance. My initial feedback comments are listed below:

The EPA received a non-public draft version of the ROD on 12/4/20
Based on the draft version of the ROD, the EPA highlighted concerns that they feel are not being addressed in the final EIS or the ROD
The EPA references the LAC preferred, Alternative A, mine site plan. I am speculating here but I have to assume that they referencing Alternative A because that is the mine plan that will be approved in the final ROD. This would be great news for LAC
State mine permits are still pending. Jon Evans mentioned this in his December Benchmark presentation and I picked up on it. I was working under the assumption that LAC can start work at TP with a positive BLM ROD but it looks like they will have another huddle to clear. Given the recent Nevada tax abatements approved for LAC, I do not think the permits will be withheld but I would like to know more around the timeline and risk on this final, final approval

Overall, I think this letter is a great sign that we should have a positive BLM ROD that will be released sometime prior to 1/21/21. Go LAC!!

WB

https://cdxnodengn.epa.gov/cdx-enepa-II/public/action/eis/details;jsessionid=9CDC2231625E7E6B111493C76E3982C7?downloadAttachment=&attachmentId=318483