Community
Outreach
Community understanding and support plays an important role in the successful development of a new mine plan. A proposed mine development plan will be subject to extensive review by state and federal government agencies, local boroughs, nearby communities and the citizens of Alaska.
- Public stakeholder meetings, presentations and tours with provide feedback and information exchange
- Community Associates facilitate two-way dialogue in the region
- Community questions addressed in open forums
- Established, open and lengthy public process as part of any proposed mine plan
- Community support for the established permitting process
Employment Opportunities
Responsible development of the Pebble Project could provide long-term employment, economic benefits and business opportunities in Southwest Alaska and the State of Alaska.
- Commitment to local hire, purchasing and services policy
- More than 250 regional residents have worked at Pebble during peak seasons
- Workforce Development Plan
- New business opportunities
Sustainable Infrastructure
The Pebble Partnership is working to identify and develop long-term commercial opportunities for local businesses and Alaska Native organizations related to future mining development.
- Road and transportation corridor
- Port facilities
- Power plant for use at the mine site and potentially surrounding communities
