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Concerns Raised Over Highland Copper's Copperwood Mine Project in Michigan's Upper Peninsula

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The Copperwood Mine Project, proposed by Highland Copper, raises environmental concerns in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and Lake Superior region. Critics argue it will lead to deforestation, wetland destruction, and water contamination, affecting local ecosystems and tourism.

The project aims to utilize water from Lake Superior, prompting fears about responsible water management. Activists are mobilizing against the project through petitions and donations to local organizations.

Concerns Raised Over Highland Copper's Copperwood Mine Project in Michigan's Upper Peninsula
Feb 25, 2026, 6:13 AM

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