Eagle Mountain Mining (ASX:EM2) Targets Tailings Commercialisation
Assessment of Tailings
Eagle Mountain Mining Limited (ASX:EM2) has embarked on a promising initiative to assess the commercial viability of existing tailings at its Wedgetail project. The engagement with Auxilium Technology Group Inc. revealed that the tailings can be transformed into several marketable products, warranting further exploration.
The investigation highlighted that the tailings demonstrate high durability, temperature stability, and an acceptable environmental profile. Approximately one million tonnes of tailings are available, with a straightforward dry classification process planned to separate them into fine and coarse fractions.
Market Potential and Revenue Streams
Preliminary market research indicates a strong interest from eight potential buyers across the United States. Auxilium projected selling prices of US$90 per tonne for the fine product and US$70 per tonne for the coarse product, both of which will be confirmed in upcoming phases.
CEO Tim Mason expressed optimism about this initiative. “We’re excited about the potential revenue stream from selling existing tailings with a simple screening process,” he said. The expected revenue can potentially fund drilling and exploration activities and assist in repaying existing loans.
Environmental and Economic Benefits
Eagle Mountain’s approach aims not only to generate income but also to enhance environmental sustainability. The capability for carbon capture during processing could attract buyers interested in sustainability, providing additional revenue or the ability to offset emissions.
The research confirmed that the tailings are compliant with environmental regulations, posing no water quality risks. This compliance may boost their attractiveness as a resource, especially in a market that increasingly values carbon-neutral materials.
Eagle Mountain Mining is committed to advancing this project with further testing to ensure product suitability for potential clients while carefully managing capital and operational costs to evaluate the overall financial viability.
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