China smelter group agrees to lower Q1 copper charges
The charges tend to fall when ore supply declines and rise when more concentrate is available.
Opponents of Andina 244 focus on the impact of the project on glaciers and water resources in the region. Codelco says only 6 rock glaciers and 37 hectares will be affected by the new pit compared to the 45,000 hectares covered by existing glaciers in the region.
