Greens Creek Mine is the largest private employer in the Juneau area and, as such, plays an important role in helping to diversify the local economy. The mine employs 270 people with an average payroll of 26M.
The successful operation of Greens Creek Mine demonstrates that mining, with all its associated economic benefits; local jobs; diversification of local economy; strategic national importance, can be undertaken in an environmentally compliant manner without sacrificing responsible stewardship of the land.
The city of Juneau developed initially as a mining town and has a history rich in mining folklore. At the turn of the last century Juneau boasted three mines, the Alaska-Juneau at the south end of Juneau, the Alaska-Gastineau at Thane and on Douglas the world-renowned Treadwell Mine. The Kennecott Greens Creek Mine is proud to be the latest chapter in the city's rich mining history.
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