Polymet Mining Company/Glencore mine in Hoyt Lakes

The Polymet Mining Company, a Glencore-affiliated operation in Hoyt Lakes, Minnesota, is situated in the Erie Basin. This region has a long history of iron ore extraction, with the former LTV Mine also located nearby. The Polymet project aims to extract copper and nickel from the taconite tailings, a process that has faced environmental scrutiny. The facility represents a significant industrial presence in Northern Minnesota, continuing the area's legacy of mining.