The State of Oregon has granted lithium exploration permits to High Tech Minerals despite strong opposition from groups across the state as well as the Great Basin. Oregon issued these permits without a public comment period. Our partners at Earthworks have posted a response to the news citing the words of People of Red Mountain member, Daranda Hinkey, and other leaders of the Protect McDermitt Caldera Coalition. Read the press release by clicking an image below.

Photos from the area that will be affected by the McDermitt Exploration Project. Credits — Aerial view: Ecoflight, Sagebrush: Earthworks, Flowers and nest: Anne White, Oregon Natural Desert Association