The Truth About Mining Precious Metals

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Are precious metal mines bad for the environment? A proposed mine in the Boundary Waters worries environmentalists. On the other end, many consider the Twin Metals mine as an economic necessity. The question is, can it be done safely? In this episode we have exclusive conversations with Twin Metals representatives and industry leaders in Ely, MN. "The Boundary Waters | Industry vs. Environment" explores the severe divisiveness near The Most Protected Wilderness in America. A Boundary Waters Documentary.
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@OfftheCuff_Series 3 жыл бұрын

What do YOU think should happen? 👀

@rreinehr1 3 жыл бұрын

Underground stope and paste fill with tailing plus de-acidifying additives. Haul/convey back to an iron range site to minimise footprint of infrastructure and residual tailings dam/waste pile. Might cost out some low grade blocks but at least you get half the baby. 🤷‍♂️

@2036scott 3 жыл бұрын

@@rreinehr1 Also a cut of profits each year to go towards a disaster fund that can help with a clean up if it ever occurred but with the condition to have every penny back if all is well when the mine is finally finished and cleaned up.

@rreinehr1 3 жыл бұрын

@@2036scott Had a look at their Mine Ops Plan and I’m not even sure there would be any profits left. Jeez the grade at 0.69% Cu and about 1.2% Cu equivalent all up looks skinny for an underground mine.

@delliott8749 3 жыл бұрын

I Would like to know more about how / why they think they can do it safely.

@connecticutaggie 3 жыл бұрын

I feel the best way to do this would to do a formal risk assessment and then see what can be mitigated/monitored and see what can't. Move away from subject emotional discussion on jobs and the environment and make a proper engineering assessment of the risk then decide whether it is a good decision or not.

@TheZachary822 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely bewildered this channel hasn't exploded, outside of a few videos (discovered yall from the point Roberts episode). The reporting, inclusion of community perspective, and visual storytelling, particularly with the maps and footage are incredible. Exactly the kind of style I enjoy watching, and hope to emulate myself. Excited to see what's next

@dennislee202 3 жыл бұрын

Just a matter of time

@OfftheCuff_Series 3 жыл бұрын

@@dennislee202 Lets 🐱‍🏍🐱‍🏍🐱‍🏍

@bradleyweigle7875 2 жыл бұрын

You should have started about 20 years ago when network channels first began reporting on the mine.

@westr70 3 жыл бұрын

Great job of reporting both sides. In these difficult times, that's very hard to do. Appreciate what your team is doing.

@OfftheCuff_Series 3 жыл бұрын

We really appreciate it, West. This episode is arguably our most controversial yet. Our goal from the start was to be as objective as possible. Thanks for the kind words!

@laurenlarsen8711 3 жыл бұрын

Great job covering both sides! Super interesting! I love this channel and the BWCA!

@Lantana1 2 жыл бұрын

I think you CAN 100% say, "A mine is going to pollute".

@MrDrainy 3 жыл бұрын

Keyword for this video is tension. Great video guys!

@rreinehr1 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, you’ve succinctly captured both sides of the argument. 👍

@erinottosen Ай бұрын

This was solid journalism that explored the various sides of an issue with fairness and open-mindedness. Way to go, fellas!

@timothyhayes9724 2 жыл бұрын

This is excellent reporting. I hope I can go back to Ely and I hope there is a way the town and surrounding area can come to some sort of agreement. I really see how the metals are needed strategically, economically, and industrially, but I hope when I go back to the boundary waters, they'll still be as amazing as I remember them. I can't imagine how much more difficult this is for the people there.

@nebulakula5410 3 жыл бұрын

just found this channel, i’m glad i’m here

@OfftheCuff_Series 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome, Logan! Let us know what your favorite video is. We cover quite a few topics. Most importantly, we’re always looking for new exciting things. Have any ideas?

@nebulakula5410 3 жыл бұрын

@@OfftheCuff_Series I have only watched two videos so far, this one and the one about Point Roberts, I definitely loved the one on point roberts. I have an idea but not too sure how it would pan out, it is similar to this one. it would be over the health of the Great Lakes, specifically Lake Michigan. The Great Lakes are going through some severe ecological issues from pollution, invasive species, and algal blooms. Personally, I am from a small town in Northwest Indiana and i’ve grown up near the great lakes all my life. Northwest Indiana is home to a huge amount of steel plants, oil refineries, and coal plants that dump copious amounts of nasty water into the Lake Michigan that has hazardous impacts on the ecology and even tourism in the region. It is really sad to see the health of the great lakes deteriorate over time. if that sounds like a good idea i’d love to watch an episode on it, if not I’m glad that you asked. I hope to see this page grow more and more!

@patrickdodson1713 Жыл бұрын

Being in Nickel Capital of the world in Canada, I can relate. Mining copper and nickel in that area since the 1800's had taken a toll on the environment . The upside is that technology has improved quite a good bit since they've started, and the mining companies had launched massive regreening efforts, and what was once bare with no trees is full of lush greenery.

@WaukeePaintballer 3 жыл бұрын

As someone who was a guide out of Moose lake for 2 summers, and that tries to go back every year, I'm very protective of the BWCA. However, I also understand that we need these minerals to keep our society running. If they can show us that they have at least redundant protective measures for the mining waste, I might consider supporting the mine. However, it seems like every year that you hear about some new mining contamination somewhere. Also, they say they'll bring in all of these jobs. However, when Trump lifted the restrictions on coal mining many miners didn't get their jobs back because the mining company decided to increase automation. So I question the number of long term jobs that will actually be created.

@jd7863 3 жыл бұрын

Off to a great start!

@shawndyer8140 2 жыл бұрын

I have been to the bwca10yrs for my annual vacation. The wilderness is presteine.

@OfftheCuff_Series 2 жыл бұрын

I can definitely agree. I've been going for about the last 10 years as well. Always one of my favorite places to visit

@lukelabatte2486 3 жыл бұрын

Great content! Can’t wait for more.

@OfftheCuff_Series 3 жыл бұрын

Check back soon for part two!

@philipdirnberger 3 жыл бұрын

Great job!!

@drewconfianza6184 3 жыл бұрын

HOW IS THIS CHANNEL SO UNDERRATED??? KZfaq COME THROUGH

@OfftheCuff_Series 3 жыл бұрын

For real!! Did you like this doc?

@tiphaniedirnberger3566 3 жыл бұрын

This video captures the controversy well.

@ReelNorthOutdoors 3 жыл бұрын

Great video well done!!

@OfftheCuff_Series 3 жыл бұрын

Excited to see you in pt. 2 :)

@ryanrhinowright 3 жыл бұрын

The one dude at :28 is wearing a Birkie hat. But I thought he had a lifetime ban?

@transistor754 2 жыл бұрын

Well presented... thanks... the fatalistic response of the mayor says it all... those who want it will come and get it... sad indictment of the human condition where greed will prevail. Ideally humans should change their desires to a sustainable future. Mining is not a sustainable form of exploitation whereas eco-tourism is, as long as there is an eco to tour.

@simon7762 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, really interesting! Greetings from Germany.

@OfftheCuff_Series 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you stopped in! Had you heard of the Boundary Waters before watching this video?

@kylehellmann184 3 жыл бұрын

What's your favorite activity doing in the BWCA? I really enjoy the aspect of building a fire!

@harrisdirnberger2362 3 жыл бұрын

Chopping the wood!

@losert_ 3 жыл бұрын

Hiking with my friends

@tiphaniedirnberger3566 3 жыл бұрын

Sleeping under the stars!

@sunnyd6281 3 жыл бұрын

Great points of view on both sides.

@OfftheCuff_Series 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! What do you think should happen?

@sunnyd6281 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry I am no expert on mining. Would help of the mining record of the company from Chile.

@johngivsosi3905 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, ya'll will get to a million+ subs before long

@OfftheCuff_Series 3 жыл бұрын

Just curious, had you heard of the BWCA before this?

@johngivsosi3905 3 жыл бұрын

@@OfftheCuff_Series nah I'm on the other side of the country. Never heard of it before

@dioak584 3 жыл бұрын

Humanity will not be at risk if the mine does not open. End of story. Any other discussion is about money.

@SHGames97 3 жыл бұрын

Underrated video.

@OfftheCuff_Series 3 жыл бұрын

We need to 🚀🚀🚀

@lochlandean7518 3 жыл бұрын

Nice

@OfftheCuff_Series 3 жыл бұрын

We're glad you enjoyed the video!

@bobbeckhart1707 2 жыл бұрын

Don't like the fact is that this mining company is owned by a company in Chile

@nathanparrish834 2 жыл бұрын

It’s like in the movie avatar with the RDA mining up Pandora except this time it’s real and on earth

@zerofox7347 Жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t want it if I lived anywhere near there!

@getyourbone 2 жыл бұрын

🤔Sponsored by Milwaukee…🤷🏻‍♂️😉

@OfftheCuff_Series 2 жыл бұрын

That'd be nice 😂

@dipdl7883 3 жыл бұрын

A very controversial convo

@BayAreaPolice 2 жыл бұрын

My dad worked on the mines

@OfftheCuff_Series 2 жыл бұрын

Wild! What was his take on everything?

@BayAreaPolice 2 жыл бұрын

@@OfftheCuff_Series No

@BayAreaPolice 2 жыл бұрын

@@OfftheCuff_Series The private mines

@Ja2808R 2 жыл бұрын

First bad sign: Non American company, plus human greed always puts Mother Nature last.

@shawndyer8140 2 жыл бұрын

I love elymn. Clean.

@antibodyarmy 2 жыл бұрын

13:44 with that smirk he tried to hide then looking over. I feel like this guy is a liar. He doesn't care about the environmental impacts, he only care about the impact on his wallet. He's smirking like he knows this lie will line his pockets and the company he works for.

@skydragon23101979 2 жыл бұрын

He also gives me that impression. He keeps talking about the jobs but never talks about what he will do to protect the environment. I do believe that it could be a win win but maybe the cost will be very high.

@coffeehubby 2 жыл бұрын

@@skydragon23101979 Jobs? They give the jobs to machines it is all automated. He is lying

@ryanrhino2318 3 жыл бұрын

Greener economy while destroying this beautiful part of nature how hypocritical.

@grayroadadventures985 2 жыл бұрын

Recycle, rather than explore for more. This industries promises have failed dozens of times around the globe….just say no…period.

@yogasounds1 2 жыл бұрын

I'm waiting for the disclaimer: "This video brought to you by Twin metals!" lol In 2021 Destroying a lush wilderness for capital greed shouldn't even be an option!

@ssch41 3 жыл бұрын

I'd say no to mining. Not worth the risk of polluting the surrounding area.

@rob379lqz 3 жыл бұрын

We require minerals. Nuff-sed.

@charlesdavis2891 2 жыл бұрын

Risking the entire BWCA so we can buy a new phone every year is not a requirement

@rob379lqz 2 жыл бұрын

@@charlesdavis2891 yes, however it’s not only minerals for my Iphone, but also my car, my fuel, my shelter, my clothes… without minerals, the elite globalists will survive, and the rest of us will starve/freeze/are murdered.

@charlesdavis2891 2 жыл бұрын

@@rob379lqz actually no we won't, we will find other ways to make money and survive. We can leave it alone and not go extinct. And if everyone moves out of Ely and it becomes a ghost town it's a small price to pay to protect the BWCA. I mine coming or going isn't going to kill anyone. But it could kill the BWCA, a place that should remain how it is for many years after we are dead and gone. Having to find other ways to be innovative isn't a death sentence.

@dingo1yongo Жыл бұрын

Must we exploit every available deposit of minerals even it means destroying our environment and polluting our waters

@Ja2808R 2 жыл бұрын

Say No to mining!!!!

@skyboys9814 2 жыл бұрын

Notice a so called "Green Economy" will destroy the environment you live in, but don't worry, it's all green! Isn't politics wonderful, you're saving the earth! Thank God for Democrats, they are saving you. Now don't forget to pay your taxes, the world needs your money.

@shawndyer8140 2 жыл бұрын

All the mines and big business sing the same old song how they have new tech that's better than it was. Not to worry about pollution. Total B's.

@Leah-br6xu 5 ай бұрын

It’s not about a company being “foreign” & not having respect for the environment 😂 so unnecessary to speak about. No mining companies exist that are environmentally sustainable or economically beneficial to those living in the area.