New Mexico Mining Boom Explodes | Santa Fe News

New Mexico’s mining landscape is exploding—over 12,000 claims filed since 2023, more than the entire last century combined. Driven by soaring mineral prices, faster permits, and industry lobbying, companies are racing to stake claims across the state, especially in Grant County. With each claim covering 20 acres and fueled by deregulation, this boom is reshaping the region’s future—raising alarms among environmental groups and sparking a fierce debate over land, resources, and regulation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e203523b6a9f4d42