Greenhouse Emissions Study Validates Low Carbon Great Atlantic Salt Project
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Greenhouse Emissions Study Validates Low Carbon Great
Atlantic Salt Project
St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador , January 15, 2024 – Atlas Salt Inc. (the
“Company” or “Atlas Salt” – TSXV: SALT; OTCQB: REMRF) is pleased to announce the
results of a Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Inventory Report for its Great Atlantic
Salt (GAS) Project by Stantec Consulting Ltd. (Stantec). Highlights include:
- Operational GHG emissions significantly lower than industry standard.
- Sustainable use of state-of-the art battery electric mining technologies.
- The annual direct GHG emissions from mine operations are comparable to
those of just four Newfoundland families.
Victoria Corning P.Eng., Senior Associate, Environmental Services, Stantec Consulting
Ltd. remarked “With Newfoundland and Labrador's exceptionally low GHG intensity
electricity of just 17 grams of carbon dioxide equivalent per Kilowatt-hour of energy
(g CO2e/kWh), compared to the Canadian average of 110 g CO2e/kWh combined with
integrating state -of-the-art battery electric technologies, we estimate that their
operations will remain well below the GHG emission thresholds set by both
provincial and federal guidelines, aligning with the best in the industry."
The Stantec report underscores Atlas Salt’s commitment to environmental
sustainability, with direct GHG emissions (also referred to as Scope 1 emissions) of
79 tonnes of CO 2 equivalent per year ( t CO2e/yr) and indirect GHG emissions (also
referred to as Scope 2 emissions) of 2 ,293 t CO 2e/yr, significantly lower than
comparable mining projects.
According to Statistics Canada (2023), the GAS operations' Scope 1 GHG emissions of
79 tonnes annually is comparable to the emissions of the annual carbon footprint
expected from just four Newfoundland families of four (source:
https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/231220/mc-c001-eng.htm).
BWB Consulting Services Inc. has recently conducted a peer review of the GAS
Project's Feasibility Study for Atlas Salt. Brian W. Buss, President, BWB Consulting
Services Inc. stated “As part of our recent assessment of the technical and economic
aspects of the GAS project, we were highly impressed by the strategic and
engineering efforts made by Atlas Salt’s management, t heir approach has
culminated in an operation with attractive economics, and minimal environmental
impact, boasting GHG emission rates that will be significantly lower than typical
mining operations (per Figure 1). The GAS project, with estimated emissions under
1,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent per million tonnes (t CO2e/Mt) of product,
sets a benchmark in sustainability for underground mines globally.”
Figure 1 - Benchmarking GHG Intensity of Scope 1 (Direct) & Scope 2 (Indirect) emissions of
GAS Project. Sourced from publicly available Canadian and international ESG, MD&A, and
sustainability reports by BWB Consulting Services Inc.
The GAS project's innovative design and operational strategies minimize the use of
fossil fuels across all mining and processing stages. Leveraging advancements in
technology and a commitment to renewable energy sources, Atlas Salt has achieved
an anticipated emission rate of approximately 9 50 t CO2e/Mt a figure that is
extraordinarily low compared to mining industry standards as illustrated in Figure 1.
“Utilizing battery electric vehicles at the Great Atlantic Salt Project is a key element in
our environmental strategy, ” noted Bob Booth, Atlas Salt’s VP of Engineering and
Construction. “This choice reflects Atlas Salt’s dedication to reducing GHG emissions
and illustrates our innovative approach to combining state -of-the-art technology
with sustainable mining solutions.”
Rick LaBelle, CEO of Atlas Salt, commented “My vision for Atlas Salt is to create an
industry-leading example in sustainable underground mining. We have the potential
to build the g reenest, cleanest, and safest underground mine in the worl d. The
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findings from Stantec and BWB's endorsement confirm that we are making real
strides towards this objective. Our team at Atlas Salt is not just building a salt mine,
we’re building it responsibly for future generations. The project’s low GHG emissions
is our commitment to environmental stewardship and our focus on innovation. It's
a proud moment for us as we set out to lead the way in sustainable mining practices
globally, ensuring a lasting positive impact on our local communities and society at
large, while providing shareholders with a healthy projected platform for financial
growth.”
The Great Atlantic Salt Project's strategic advantage lies not only in its environmental
sustainability but also in its economic viability. The near -surface location of the ore
body coupled with its proximity to essential infrastructure significantly enhances the
project's risk-adjusted overall economics. Atlas Salt anticipates strong demand for its
future production given its environmentally friendly attributes combined with
competitive economics and pricing.
The Stantec report is posted on the Atlas Salt’s website: https://atlassalt.com/news/.
About Atlas Salt Inc.
Atlas Salt Inc. is developing Canada’s next salt mine and is committed to responsible
and sustainable mining practices . With a focus on innovation and efficiency, the
company is poised to make significant contributions to the North American salt
market while upholding its values of environmental stewardship and community
engagement.
For information, please contact:
Richard LaBelle, CEO
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