PolyMet will be the first to commercially mine copper, nickel and precious metals in the world-class Duluth Complex. Located within Minnesota’s Mesabi Iron Range, the NorthMet project features significant assets made up of the deposit itself and infrastructure including existing rail, roads, utilities and established supplier networks. The NorthMet deposit will be mined by open pit methods to a depth of approximately 700 feet below surface.
Work at PolyMet is about being part of a tradition of excellence in Minnesota Iron Range mining that has anchored the economy for generations.
Responsible development
We will produce essential metals in full compliance with strict federal and state environmental regulations.
Processing facility
This existing processing facility will be reopened as part of our NorthMet project, creating much needed regional jobs.
Reusing facilities
The NorthMet project is reusing existing infrastructure of the former LTV Steel taconite processing site.
Project Infrastructure
The existing infrastructure that PolyMet will reuse is a great asset and a huge advantage to the project.
NorthMet location
The NorthMet project is located within Minnesota’s established Mesabi Iron Range mining district.
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3/9/20
PolyMet awards annual Mining for Excellence scholarships; adds former recipient as intern
We are proud to invest in students who excel in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), including those who may pursue careers in mining. We recently awarded our annual Mining for Excellence scholarships. And, in a first for PolyMet, we have hired a former scholarship recipient for a summer internship. Again this year, we faced challenging decisions, since we received Read More →
