Declining ore grades pressure Chile's copper production
Published on: Monday 24 August 2026
Escondida, the world's largest copper mine, is preparing to reduce production in Chile as ore grades decline, prompting concern in the industry.
News source: https://www.upi.com/Top_News/World-News/2026/08/24/latam-chile-escondida-copper-mine-reduce-production/7281787596957/