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Environmental Impact Study Marks Key Step Toward Mine Construction
Tesoro Gold (ASX:TSO) has commenced the permitting process for constructing and operating a gold mine at its El Zorro Project in Chile, appointing Pares & Alvarez, a leading Chilean engineering firm, to conduct the environmental impact study (EIS).
The 12-month baseline study will assess the environmental and social implications of the project and prepare documentation for submission to the Chilean Environmental Impact Assessment Service.
“This is a critical step in the continued de-risking of El Zorro,” said Managing Director Zeff Reeves, noting that Pares & Alvarez has over 30 years of experience successfully permitting major projects across Chile.
Infrastructure and Development Advancing in Parallel
The El Zorro Gold Project, spanning 570km² in the Atacama region, benefits from established infrastructure, including access to roads, water, and power.
In tandem with the permitting process, Tesoro is progressing metallurgical testwork, infrastructure engagement, and government liaison activities. The company is also continuing exploration drilling at the Ternera deposit to expand and upgrade the existing mineral resource.
El Zorro remains Tesoro’s flagship asset as it moves toward mine development and construction readiness in one of South America’s most mining-friendly jurisdictions.
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