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Current Status

In January 2021, the USFS published a Final EIS that addresses the public’s comments and any changes made, six months behind the target date in its original project schedule set in 2015. The USDA directed the USFS to rescind the FEIS in March 2021 to allow the agency to undertake a further review. During this time Resolution Copper continues to consult and partner with local communities and Native American Tribes to guide further shaping of the Resolution Copper project and the significant benefits it will deliver.

Once the Final EIS is republished and the Record of Decision (ROD) is released, the public has 45 days to object to the decision, and the USFS must respond and address any concerns within 90 days. Once this period is complete, and we receive a Final ROD and the USFS can issue a final approved plan of operations.

Only after we receive final approval, and dozens of additional permits, can the Resolution Copper project move forward and begin producing copper.

As we look to the future, copper is key to climate action and a low-carbon world. We believe we can make a positive contribution to this new world; not only by providing natural resources but also by delivering social benefits in terms of employment and economic opportunities and taking care to avoid or lessen impacts on the environment, culture, and heritage.

You can learn more about the rigorous permitting process here.

Resources

Our Work

Cookies, Copper & Curiosity: Sparking STEM Learning

At Resolution Copper, we believe education is one of the most powerful tools to support and strengthen our communities—and we’re all in. Our latest Reading and Discovery Educational Initiative brought that belief to life in classrooms across the Copper Triangle.

Resolution Copper Welcomes Inclusion in Federal Transparency Initiative

Resolution Copper welcomes the White House’s announcement designating the Resolution project as part of the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council’s list of critical mineral “transparency projects.”

USFS Issues 60-Day Notice of Final Environmental Impact Statement Republication for Resolution Copper Project

Today, the United States Forest Service issued a legally required 60-day notice of the agency’s intent to republish a Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the Resolution Copper project.

Geologist’s Perspective – The Resolution Ore Body

When Adam Schwarz first arrived at Resolution Copper in 2005, he didn’t need much convincing. One look at the core samples coming out of the ground—shimmering with high-grade copper minerals—and he was hooked. “That was the moment,” Adam recalls. “I knew this was where I wanted to be.”

Resolution Copper Presenting Partner of the annual Phoenix Global Forum

Resolution Copper, a prominent mining company, has announced its commitment as a presenting partner of the 2025 Phoenix Global Forum. It joins the City of Phoenix for the second-annual event, scheduled for April 8-9 at the Phoenix Convention Center.

Celebrating the Women Shaping the Future of Mining

At Resolution Copper, we know that mining isn’t just about extracting minerals — it’s about the people who power our work every day. This International Women’s Day, we’re proud to celebrate the incredible women of Resolution Copper and the wider mining industry who are breaking barriers, driving innovation, and leading the way for future generations.

Big Hearts, Bigger Impact 2024 Volunteer Highlights

Every hour counts, and at Resolution Copper, our employees proved just how powerful volunteering can be. In 2024, 116 employee volunteers dedicated 1,358 hours to initiatives across the Copper Triangle. From career fairs to environmental restoration, their efforts left a mark on the community.

Building a Stronger Copper Corridor

At Resolution Copper, we know that the work we do goes far beyond mining. It's about the people, the land, and the communities we serve. No one embodies that better than Anthony Castaneda, Environmental Advisor and a native of the Globe-Miami area, whose mining roots run generations deep.

Anthony’s Mining Roots and Environmental Stewardship

At Resolution Copper, we know that the work we do goes far beyond mining. It's about the people, the land, and the communities we serve. No one embodies that better than Anthony Castaneda, Environmental Advisor and a native of the Globe-Miami area, whose mining roots run generations deep.