Copperwood mine critics raise pollution, tourism concerns as board approves $50M in funding

By: Kyle Davidson

Outlets: Michigan Advance

Published: August 26, 2026

Words: 645

Last Updated: 1 month, 3 weeks ago

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Following several attempts to move ahead with a grant supporting a mining project in the Western Upper Peninsula, members of the Michigan Strategic Fund Board gave the grants a go-ahead, utilizing funds previously approved by state lawmakers.

Board members voted Tuesday to approve two grants to support site readiness for the Copperwood Mine in Wakefield and Ironwood Townships, voting 7-2 to approve $44.9 million for Copperwood Resources Inc., and 9-0 for a $5 million grant …

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