Why Yerington, Nevada?
The Yerington Copper Project is strategically located in one of the most prolific copper districts in the U.S., offering a rare combination of high-confidence mineral reserves, existing infrastructure, and a mining-friendly regulatory environment. With strong demand for domestic refined copper, Yerington is uniquely positioned to deliver—quickly, efficiently, and responsibly.
A Copper-Rich District with Room to Grow
Yerington sits at the heart of a multi-billion-pound copper district, with significant deposits concentrated within a 10-mile radius. This presents a unique district consolidation opportunity, allowing for shared infrastructure, streamlined permitting, and scalable production.
Lion CG is strategically positioned in this area, holding significant land assets in a prolific and central location in the region.
- District inventory is estimated at 19.2+ billion pounds of copper in the Measured and Indicated (M&I) categories. In addition to Lion CG’s Yerington and MacArthur Mines, this includes additional assets at Ann Mason, and Pumpkin Hollow.
- Lion CG has a strategic position and is the logical center for shared mineral processing and mine infrastructure in the area.
- Lion CG brings local mining experience and community support, with established relationships with local, Tribal, state and federal governments.
Nevada: A Proven Mining Jurisdiction with a Clear Regulatory Pathway
Nevada ranks as the second most attractive investment destination for mining projects in the world.* In addition to extensive mineral resources, Nevada provides a stable and mining-friendly regulatory environment, with clear permitting processes, competitive tax structures, and a well-established legal framework that ensures efficient project advancement. Nevada offers:
- Predictable and efficient permitting, reducing uncertainty and accelerating development timelines.
- Supportive policy with favorable state and local government engagement.
- Pro-business tax framework that enhances project economics.
- Commitment to sustainable resource development, reducing long-term project risks with science-based mining practices.
*Fraser Institute Annual Survey of Mining Companies, 2023
Brownfield Advantage: Better & Faster Development
Unlike undeveloped greenfield sites, Yerington benefits from a brownfield advantage—utilizing a site with previous mining activity and existing infrastructure. This means:
- Streamlined permitting with fewer regulatory hurdles.
- Faster development timelines and accelerated production.
- Reduced environmental impact and limited new disturbance.
- Greater community acceptance compared to greenfield projects.
Favorable Project Economics & Efficient Mining
Yerington’s exceptional resource efficiency and onsite processing capabilities drive low costs and strong project economics.
- Competitive cost profile with a very low waste-to-ore strip ratio, efficient heap leach processing, and streamlined logistics.
- Exceptionally low strip ratio, with just 0.3 tons of waste per ton of ore mined.
- Onsite copper cathode production, producing 99.99% pure LME Grade A copper cathode onsite.
Infrastructure & Water Access for Cost-Effective Operations
The project is supported by established utilities and transportation networks, including:
- Secured water rights for uninterrupted operations.
- Reliable power supply from existing infrastructure.·
- Direct access to rail and highways for efficient logistics.
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