Our View: Great news for Golden Sunlight Mine

There was some great economic news last week with the Golden Sunlight Mine announcing they have secured a customer for their Tailings Reprocessing Project.

Mine officials have been working meticulously with the project and this is a very positive sign.

Not only will this allow the mine to reduce their overall environmental liability, but this will also add additional jobs at the site near Whitehall, as well as tax revenue.

By securing Nevada Gold Mine's (NGM) as a customer, it is a win-win for both companies.

NGM is in need of additional energy for its operations, and the Golden Sunlight Mine Tailings Reprocessing Project can provide a large of amount of sulfur.

This news could not have come at a better time. The past few months have seen many businesses, both large and small dealing with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. To have good news is a shot in the arm for the Whitehall Community.

The mine ceased active operations last year, but they have continued to be an integral part of the community in Southwest Montana. This will not only continue into the future, but the mine will once again be active. Time and time again mine officials have given back to the community and it is really great to see them release the positive news of securing a customer for their project.

The project still must be approved by the state, but officials at the mine have been working closely with them and will take the necessary steps to get this approved.