Braskem is one of the biggest petrochemical companies in the Americas, owned primarily by Brazilian state-run oil company Petrobras and construction giant Novonor, formerly known as Odebrecht.
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Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Maine likely to amend its strict mining laws in the coming months
But the changes could be significant, requiring public hearings and months of information gathering before they go into effect.
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Posted inMaine Voices, Opinion
Maine Voices: Ignoring need for caution, mining bill moving at speed of industry
The environment and human health are at risk under an amendment to L.D. 1363. It would allow the developer of a mineral deposit – like Plumbago North – to proceed under much-looser quarry rules.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
State lawmakers consider removing size limits on open-pit metal mines
The current three-acre limit prohibits the mining of a lithium deposit in Newry that could be worth over $1 billion.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Battle over Maine’s strict mining rules spills into Legislature
Some argue that a proposed lithium mine in western Maine would support renewable energy development and help fight climate change. Others say the potential environmental impacts might not be worth it.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Industry needs government to step up in battle against climate change
Unless U.S. policymakers step up their game, the future looks shaky for some basic building blocks of the economy.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: Maine’s laws and ordinances will not protect us from mining threats
Industrial profiteers are trying to lull Mainers into complacency. Exhibit A: Exiro, which recently acquired the right to explore for heavy metals in the Midcoast.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State
Canadian mining exploration company looks for metals in the Midcoast
Exiro Minerals Corp hopes to win over residents in Warren and Union as state lawmakers consider changes to Maine’s strict mining laws.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, News
Federal agency uses rare veto to block Alaska copper, gold mine plan
Pebble Limited Partnership CEO John Shively in a statement called the EPA’s action ‘unlawful’ and political and said litigation was likely.
Posted inLocal & State
Group of residents calls for review of Winthrop quarry project, citing health and environmental concerns
The group says a proposed Turkey Lane quarry would create airborne dust particles that could travel toward the school and downtown area, potentially causing lung issues and affecting local aquatic life.