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Mine workers ready respirators and go-bags as Red Dog contends with hazardous gas buildup

Mine workers ready respirators and go-bags as Red Dog contends with hazardous gas buildup

A recent uptick in sulfur dioxide emissions has fueled health concerns and a public response from the Indigenous-owned corporation that owns the land beneath the mine.
Max Graham Jan 9, 2026
Thawing permafrost is causing trouble for the Red Dog mine. Solutions could be costly.

Thawing permafrost is causing trouble for the Red Dog mine. Solutions could be costly.

Rusting rivers and huge rainfall have complicated pollution control at Northwest Alaska’s massive zinc mine.
Max Graham Dec 2, 2025
Trump has given new life to the Ambler Road. But it’s still not a sure thing.

Trump has given new life to the Ambler Road. But it’s still not a sure thing.

Litigation, financing and skepticism from Alaska Native landowners still stand in the project's way.
Max Graham Oct 9, 2025
A global megadeal would give one of Alaska's largest mines a new operator

A global megadeal would give one of Alaska's largest mines a new operator

Red Dog mine powers the Northwest Alaska economy, and its future is uncertain. But the planned merger appears unlikely to change much for the operation.
Max Graham Sep 12, 2025

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