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Researchers in Sudbury Test Bacteria-Based Technology to Extract Minerals from Mine Tailings
A pilot facility in Sudbury, Ontario, operated by MIRARCO Mining Innovation, is testing bioleaching to recover critical minerals like nickel, cobalt, and copper from mine waste. The 10,000-square-foot facility opened last May after years of development. Bioleaching is used at abo…