Southwest Alaska’s Donlin Gold mine approved for fast-track permitting

The Donlin Gold project in Alaska, one of the world's largest gold deposits, has been approved for the FAST-41 permitting program, aiming to expedite environmental reviews. The mine, if built, could produce gold for 27 years, but local tribes and critics fear rushed reviews may overlook critical environmental protections and endanger salmon runs. The companies behind the project promise responsible development, but local groups remain skeptical. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.