SANTIAGO, Jan 14 (Reuters) - Chilean state-run miner Codelco said on Wednesday it had received environmental approval to extend the life of its Ministro Hales copper mine until 2054, a project that will require an investment of $2.8 billion.

The world's largest copper producer said the initiative will allow the mine to increase production to 200,000 tons per year, up from the current 170,000 tons.

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https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/chiles-codelco-gets-environmental-permit-28-billion-ministro-hales-mine-2026-01-14/