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Sandfire Resources America — Investor Presentation (October 2021)
19 slides from Sandfire Resources America's investor presentation, October 2021
Slide 1: An Emerging Copper Producer in Montana
An Emerging Copper Producer in Montana, SANDFIRE RESOURCES AMERICA INC – DOING IT RIGHT FROM THE BEGINNING USA Slide: 1
Slide 2: Important Information and Disclaimer
Important Information and Disclaimer Written Disclosure: The written disclosure contained in this presentation is further described in the independent technical report prepared under National Instrument 43-101 entitled “Sandfire Resources America Inc., Black Butte Copper Project, Feasibility Study (
Slide 3: Our Story
Our Story ► Throughout the 1970’s, there was a push for more exploration effort to find “Sullivan-type” Zn-Pb-Ag deposits in Belt Basin. • One of the companies that joined in the exploration surge was Cominco American Inc. In 1985, they discovered the Johnny Lee copper deposit. Because they were ori
Slide 4: Modern Mining at its Best
Modern Mining at its Best ► This project will be a highly engineered underground mine. • Black Butte Copper has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Meagher County Stewardship Council, committing to no open pit mining in the district. ► All water quality and quantity will be protected
Slide 5: Johnny Lee Deposit
Johnny Lee Deposit ► Black Butte Copper is one of the highest-grade copper deposits being developed in the world. TSX. V:SFR | OTCQB:SRAFF | www.sandfireamerica.com SANDFIRE RESOURCES AMERICA INC – DOING IT RIGHT FROM THE BEGINNING Slide: 5
Slide 6: World Class Designed Cemented Tailings Facility
World Class Designed Cemented Tailings Facility ► The surface facility is designed for: • 10,000 year maximum earthquake event • 1.5 times average annual precipitation in a single storm • 22 inches rain on 11 inches of wet snow in one storm SANDFIRE RESOURCES AMERICA INC – DOING IT RIGHT FROM THE BE
Slide 7: Mitigation of Ground Water Supplementing
Mitigation of Ground Water Supplementing Sheep Creek base flow (low flow) compared to Black Butte Copper project use: ► Dec-March Base Flow – 15 CFS Sheep Creek flow over a year: ► Maximum from Mine - 1.12 CFS ► Maximum Flow – 825 CFS ► Consumed during mining; mitigated with retired ► Average Flow -
Slide 8: Compact Surface Footprint
Compact Surface Footprint Our very small surface footprint is out of Sheep Creek Valley and will be 100% reclaimed. SANDFIRE RESOURCES AMERICA INC – DOING IT RIGHT FROM THE BEGINNING Slide: 8
Slide 9: Process Plant Rendering
Process Plant Rendering SANDFIRE RESOURCES AMERICA INC – DOING IT RIGHT FROM THE BEGINNING Slide: 9
Slide 10: 100% Reclamation – Returned
100% Reclamation – Returned Modern mining restores the site to original land uses and water flows, fully protecting our water and landscapes long term. SANDFIRE RESOURCES AMERICA INC – DOING IT RIGHT FROM THE BEGINNING Slide: 10
Slide 11: Construction
Construction SANDFIRE RESOURCES AMERICA INC – DOING IT RIGHT FROM THE BEGINNING Slide: 11
Slide 12: Hard Rock Mining Bonds in Montana
Hard Rock Mining Bonds in Montana ► Black Butte Copper will be required to post a reclamation bond with the State of Montana before construction commences. ► Bonding calculations include: • Direct Reclamation Costs • Indirect Reclamation Costs • Mobilization • Contingencies • Engineering and Design
Slide 13: Past Project Timeline
Past Project Timeline Johnny Lee discovery hole drilled in 1985 Name change Feasibility to Sandfire Feasibility Study Resources Study publication America Inc commenced Tintina Black Butte Sandfire Resources Inc PEA Resources Ltd Phase I formed (2009) Stewardship Updated Construction published invest
Slide 14: Estimated Future Tax Revenues
Estimated Future Tax Revenues SANDFIRE RESOURCES AMERICA INC – DOING IT RIGHT FROM THE BEGINNING Slide: 14
Slide 15: Jobs and the Economy
Jobs and the Economy Average Meagher County 2019 household income: $46,607 Average individual Black Butte Copper employee income: $71,000+ ► Construction: • 2 years • About 200-400 workers ► Mine Life: • 8-10 YEARS • About 240 employees • About 24 full time contractors ► Reclamation: • 1-3 years • A
Slide 16: Community Involvement
Community Involvement ► Meagher County Stewardship Council (MCSC) • This council gives stakeholders an independent voice with the goal of sustainable positive net impact environmentally, socially and economically past the life of the mine. ► Hard Rock Mining Impact Act • $437k has been placed in esc
Slide 17: Montana's Hard Rock Mining Impact Act
Montana’s Hard Rock Mining Impact Act ► Under Montana’s unique Hard Rock Mining Impact Act, the developer of each proposed new large-scale hard-rock mine in Montana is required to prepare an impact plan identifying the local government services and facilities needed as a result of the mineral develo
Slide 18: The Future is Copper
The Future is Copper ► Trends • There are many trends currently driving growth in copper demand The demand for copper due to electric vehicles is and they aren’t expected to change in the coming decades. These expected to increase by 1.7 million tons by 2027. trends include increased use of electron
Slide 19: Done Right. Done Together. That's the Montana Way.
DONE RIGHT. DONE TOGETHER. THAT’S THE MONTANA WAY. Contact Details: Sandfire Resources America Inc. / Black Butte Copper 17 E Main St., White Sulphur Springs, MT 59645 Office Phone: 406.547.3466
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