The Coalition has long opposed mining in the Santa Rita Mountains, including previous opposition to the Rosemont Mine and current opposition to the Copper World mining facilities.
This open-pit mine complex threatens the ecologically valuable land within the Santa Rita mountain range, creating air and water pollution, particularly within the Santa Cruz River and our aquifers, and destroying cultural resources and sacred lands to the Tohono O’odham. Additionally, this project disrupts critical wildlife corridors that allow animals to migrate between the Santa Rita Mountains and other Sky Islands.
One of our member groups, Save the Scenic Santa Ritas (SSSR), is leading the opposition with:
- A lawsuit challenging the Arizona State Land Department over the granted right-of-way for the construction of two mine tailing transportation pipes,
- An appeal of Hudbay’s insufficient air quality permit,
- Continuous advocacy for the protection of the Santa Rita Mountains,
- And more!
For more detailed information on the fight against mining in the Santa Ritas, head to the Save the Scenic Santa Ritas website.
Thank you for your support of the Sonoran Desert and this important fight against mining in the Santa Rita Mountains that would irreparably and forever impact our scarce desert waterways and riparian habitat.
