Powering Progress: 8 Shaft VFD Upgrade Delivers Big Wins

From September 8–24, Resolution Copper completed a major infrastructure upgrade at the historic Magma Mine’s 8 Shaft, replacing a 20-year-old 480V variable frequency drive (VFD) with a new 5KV unit.

Resolution Copper Donates $1 Million to Support Globe-Miami Flood Relief Efforts

Rio Tinto, the majority owner of Resolution Copper, has donated $1 million to support flood relief efforts in the City of Globe and Town of Miami, following devastating flash floods in late September and additional flooding that occurred this past weekend, causing widespread damage to local communities and businesses.

Wildlife Rescue From Hoist House to Sanctuary

In August, our underground team had anything but a typical day. While working in the 10 Hoist House, they spotted something unexpected, a baby coatimundi, curled up and clearly in distress. She was tiny, dehydrated, and very lost.

Sturgeon Electric Recognized for Outstanding Electrical Work at Resolution Copper

As Resolution Copper continues to invest in developing one of the most significant copper projects in the United States, Sturgeon Electric, based in Miami, Arizona, has emerged as a trusted partner—delivering complex electrical projects with precision, reliability, and an unwavering commitment to safety.

Raising the Bar for Responsible Mining

Her journey began with a fascination for geology. Over time, that interest grew into a passion for sustainable practices and community engagement. Today, Darla is helping lead the charge in setting new environmental standards for the mining industry.

Copper Powered by Arizona: Local People, Local Progress

Mining has long been a cornerstone of Arizona’s history and at Resolution Copper, we’re proud to carry that legacy forward with Arizona talent, Arizona businesses, and Arizona heart.

Recent 9th Circuit Decision

“This is merely a temporary pause so that the court of appeals can consider plaintiffs’ eleventh hour motions, which were submitted on Saturday afternoon asking for a ruling by Monday. We are confident the court will ultimately affirm the district court’s well-reasoned orders explaining in detail why the congressionally directed land exchange satisfies all applicable legal requirements.

Resolution Copper Honored with 2025 Rocky Mountain Mining Institute Safety Award for Fourth Consecutive Year

Resolution Copper has been awarded the 2025 Safety Award for Small Underground Mine by the Rocky Mountain Mining Institute (RMMI), recognizing the operation’s outstanding and ongoing safety performance during the 2024 calendar year. This marks the fourth consecutive year that Resolution Copper has received this distinguished award.

One Shift, One Team: A Big Win at 10 Shaft

At Resolution Copper, success isn’t just measured in tons moved or hours logged.
It’s in how we show up for each other, work together, and take pride in doing things the right way.

Celebrating Indigenous Youth at NABI 2025

Resolution Copper was proud to return as Presenting Sponsor of the 2025 Native American Basketball Invitational (NABI) — and this year was the biggest one yet. With 204 Native American basketball teams representing over 160 Tribal Nations and competing in more than 500 games, NABI 2025 brought together young Indigenous athletes from across the U.S. for a week of competition, connection, and community.