Constitutional Court Ruling Allows Continuation of The Environmental Consultation Process for Atico’s La Plata Copper-Gold Project in Ecuador
21 November 2023 - 12:15AM
Constitutional Court Ruling Allows Continuation of The
Environmental Consultation Process for Atico’s La Plata Copper-Gold
Project in Ecuador
Atico Mining Corporation (the “Company” or “Atico”) (TSX.V: ATY |
OTCQX: ATCMF) reports a significant development in Ecuadorian
environmental regulation, positively impacting our operations and
those of other productive projects nationwide.
On November 17 2023, the Ecuadorian
Constitutional Court (CC) ruled on the unconstitutionality of
Executive Decree 754, regarding the Environmental Consultation
Process (ECP) for national projects. However, the CC has decided to
maintain the decree in force until the Ecuadorian National Assembly
enacts this procedure into Organic Law. This decision comes as a
crucial step before the Ministry of Environment, Water, and
Ecological Transition (MAATE) can issue environmental licenses.
This ruling is pivotal for the La Plata project
and the broader community, impacting 178 important national
projects in the process of obtaining environmental licenses. The
decision enables the resumption of the ECP, previously obstructed
by anti-mining groups. This obstruction paralyzed the construction
of hospitals, water treatment plants, clean energy projects and not
only hampered the project’s progress but also violated the rights
of residents in the Direct Influence Area (DIA) to be informed and
consulted about potential environmental and social impacts.
The Environmental Consultation process is a
fundamental dialogue and public debate mechanism. It ensures an
open and informed interaction between the State, through MAATE, and
local communities where projects are planned. This process aims to
extensively and timely inform about potential environmental impacts
and the measures for mitigation, control, and monitoring.
Atico Mining is committed to transparent and
responsible mining practices, respecting both environmental
standards and community rights. We are optimistic that this
resolution by the CC will enable us to rapidly progress with the La
Plata mining project, following a favourable technical endorsement
of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) last May for the
upcoming construction phases.
We thank our stakeholders for their continued
support and look forward to advancing the La Plata project in
compliance with the highest environmental and social standards.
About Atico Mining Corporation
Atico is a growth-oriented Company, focused on
exploring, developing and mining copper and gold projects in Latin
America. The Company generates significant cash flow through the
operation of the El Roble mine and is developing its high-grade La
Plata VMS project in Ecuador. The Company is also pursuing
additional acquisition of advanced stage opportunities. For more
information, please visit www.aticomining.com.
ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD
Fernando E. GanozaCEOAtico Mining
Corporation
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