Could Mining be Coming Back to the UP of Michigan?

There is greater emphasis on mining and extracting resources American Mineral Production. New mines and other activities are likely to increase domestic supply versus relying heavily on foreign producers. As the country seeks to improve domestic production it will need to think about developing its own metals and minerals. 

Nations are competing for rare and natural minerals in an effort to fund growth. Due to changes in economic conditions and global trade it appears important for the U.S. to balance its domestic production with its international imports. 

The Upper Peninsula of Michigan has opportunities to capitalize on such opportunities. 

What many people might not know is that the U.P. has a lot of resources. It was a place where mining was cutting edge and world leading until its collapse. Mining Rush UP.

You can read a little about Timber, Ore and Copper Mine Museums UP. I have visited a few of them and they were informative. Take the tours! Back in the day people didn't live long (I think it was like 40 years old but things are different now) but they were paid a lot of money. Many mined for sometime and then went into lumber and farming. 

You can see some increase in mining activity and interest in Michigan Approves $50 Million Mine. It makes sense that mining companies could once again look to start operations in the U.P. Time of course will tell if this is true but a few discoveries could help. Copper-Nickle Discovery Near Marquette Michigan

In the Escanaba area there is rail, airport, connection of highways, and access to water and other resources. Potentially a good transportation and distribution hub. A good port might be something that would be feasible considering not only the need to improve mining but also the need to build ships. While mining and ship building are two different things they do interrelate in terms of supplies and infrastructure needs (Two potential clusterable industries that would likely impact a number of other local existing industries that range from paper production, metal stamping, downtown businesses and a few others.) . 

Kind of interesting.... Mine Shafts of Michigan

Remember this blog is about exploring ideas. Feasibility is a different thing and that takes time and expertise. Ideas however sometimes generate new economic opportunities.