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Fertilizer from coal a key part of North Dakota critical minerals processing plans

  • Jeff Beach

North Dakota’s abundant supply of lignite coal has been touted as a domestic source for critical minerals needed in magnets and electronics. But research at the University of North Dakota shows the potential for another lignite byproduct — fertilizer.  UND has secured a contract with the U.S. Department of Energy to expand its critical mineral […]

Silver Bow Mining exploration underway near Walkerville
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Silver Bow Mining exploration underway near Walkerville

  • DUNCAN ADAMS duncan.adams@mtstandard.com
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Silver Bow Mining's exploration work is underway in Butte, starting with surface drilling and moving into underground work through an existing decline. The company's CEO is a Montana Tech grad.Â