Copper is a critical resource. In the medium term, the demand for this mineral will grow exponentially. Today, global mining production amounts to 12 million tons. By 2035, demand will probably double. This raw material is used to manufacture electric cars, panels that capture energy from the sun, etc. There is a decarbonization of the […]
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Alberto Otárola contradicts the head of Energy and Mines: “Tía María is not on the Government’s agenda”
The owner of the Presidency of the Council of Minister (PCM), Alberto Otárolamaintained that Tía María is not on the Government’s agenda and, thus, brought down the statements made a day earlier by the head of Energy and Mines, Óscar Vera Gargurevich, who highlighted the importance of the copper project in the region. Arequipa. Otárola […]
Perumin: more than 60,000 people will mobilize through the Arequipa airport for the mining convention
Before the start of the Perumin 36 Mining Convention in Arequipa, More than 60,000 people are expected to move through the Alfredo Rodríguez Ballón Airport. This would occur through 388 airport operations scheduled before, during and after the event, he reported. Andean Airports of Peru (AAP). Between September 25 and 29, the period in which […]
PERUMIN 2023 starts TODAY!: what is it, what is on display and where is this important event?
The prestigious mining summit PERUMIN began its program of activities from this Monday, September 25. This is one of the most important events that take place in the Peru around the mining industry. This year it is celebrating its 36th edition and a large number of attendees are expected In this note from La República […]
Arequipa: Cerro Verde mining company only wants to pay $1.61 per m3 of water for its operations
Sedapar and the Cerro Verde mining company They will be forced to enter into dialogue starting in October to negotiate a new agreement on the use of wastewater from Arequipa’s drains. This wastewater used to be discharged without prior treatment into the Chili River during decades. Cerro Verde captures these waters, processes them at the […]
LPG shortage in Arequipa would continue until the first week of October
For a month now, the faucets of Arequipa have been full of drivers with their vehicles forming long lines to supply LPG, without officially knowing to date when this serious situation will be resolved. In this context, the vice president of the Arequipa Tap AssociationMagno Salas, predicts that the shortage of fuel will last until […]
Peru is at risk of having expensive electricity rates
He light bill It is not the same. A year ago, a user paid S/ 100, now they pay double. This increase is attributed to the exchange rate and the prices of natural gas and diesel, to which the rate is indexed. If these variables move rates also, up or down. The former vice minister […]
Port of Matarani moved 773,000 tons in August: new historical record in 24 years
He Matarani Portlocated in Arequipa, moved a total of 773,000 tons of cargo in August, a new historical record in the 24 years of concession held by Terminal Internacional del Sur SA (Tisur), which exceeds by 21% what was registered in the same month of the year 2022. According to the company, this increase in […]
Flight prices have already been raised for the Mining Convention in Arequipa, according to a businessman
The air tickets on the Lima – Arequipa route have already increased, due to the upcoming mining convention Perumin 36. According to the businessman of travel agency, Eddy Carpio Cuadros, usually tickets in that section cost between 120 to 150 dollars, but now they have cost 297 dollars. As the date of the mining conclave […]
Social conflict in Arequipa and opposition to a hydroelectric plant on the Chili River
Just a year ago, a megawatt of electricity cost $35. However, in a surprising twist, its price has seen a staggering rise and is now over $170. This increase has a direct impact on consumers’ pockets and the economy in general. The causes, the high costs of energy production. The electricity generation It is based […]