Kennecott Minerals Company (www.kennecottminerals.com) develops, manages, operates and participates in gold, sliver, and base metal operations principally in the United States. A subsidiary of leading metal producer Rio Tinto (www.riotinto.com), Kennecott is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. Kennecott is involved in successful mining operations, and has earned a reputation for developing environmentally safe projects, and working closely with the community to provide long-lasting benefits.

Kennecott is a recognized North American leader in mineral production. Important to the communities in which the company operates, Kennecott is also recognized for excellence in environmental stewardship and worker safety, winning the highest awards give in the mining industry in both areas. Kennecott’s environmental management system for the Eagle Projects is ISO 14001:2004 certified.