Miner's view of the wilderness
Journal Article
·
· Compressed Air; (United States)
OSTI ID:6067184
The mineral industry wants access to high-grade ores on public lands if it is to compete in world markets and reduce US dependence on imported minerals. The US mineral industry is losing markets because other countries subsidize mineral production to keep prices down. The US has overmined its available sites, and US environmental, employment, and modernization costs are high. Federal regulations that close valuable mineral lands to exploration and extraction need to be eased, according to Mr. Joklik, who outlines six recommendations: (1) complete the withdrawal review program by 1985; (2) extend Congressional oversight of public land withdrawal to areas of 2500 acres; (3) allow leasing and development on public lands withdrawn from mineral entry; (4) release areas that have been reviewed but not designated as wilderness; (5) establish prediscovery rights; and (6) amend the Clean Air Act. (DCK)
- Research Organization:
- Kennecott Minerals Co., Niagara Falls, NY
- OSTI ID:
- 6067184
- Journal Information:
- Compressed Air; (United States), Journal Name: Compressed Air; (United States) Vol. 88:1; ISSN COAIB
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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