Chilean Copper Smelter Faces Environmental Charge

Chile's environmental regulator has filed a serious charge against Codelco's Potrerillos copper smelter for alleged emissions monitoring violations in the Atacama region. This could lead to potential sanctions for the state-run miner.

Chile's environmental regulator has leveled a significant charge against the Potrerillos copper smelter, managed by the state-run Codelco.

The charge stems from suspected violations related to emissions monitoring at the facility located in the Atacama region.

If proven, these transgressions could result in sanctions against Codelco.

(With inputs from agencies.)