Upper Michigan’s Population Dwindles Despite “Sustainable” Tourism Economy

Written by Isaac Orr

in Environment, Mining, Minnesota Economy

Mining opponents often talk about tourism as a "sustainable" form of economic activity. However, based on the fact that the population of Upper Michigan continues to decline, the so-called "sustainable economy" is clearly not doing enough to sustain families and businesses in the region....

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on August 23, 2018

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Michigan Could Have Four Non-Ferrous Mines Within Four Years. Will Minnesota Have Any?

Written by Isaac Orr

in Environment, Mining, Minnesota Economy

Both Minnesota and Michigan have rich traditions of mining. Iron mines operate in both states, and both have significant reserves of copper and nickel. However, Michigan is mining these resources, whereas Minnesota is not, at least not yet....

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Upper Michigan’s Population Dwindles Despite “Sustainable” Tourism Economy

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