From No to Know: Changing NIMBY Attitudes Toward Mining

How can mining projects gain community support? Listen to industry experts tackle the complex issue of NIMBYism.

In this Prospector Monthly Mining Roundup, Emily King, Jon Godbout, and Ryan Sistad from Better In Our Back Yard dive into the causes of NIMBYism and discuss strategies to transform opposition into collaboration.

Learn how better communication, education, transparency, and proactive local engagement can shift perceptions and pave the way for responsible resource development.

The panel analyzes revealing data on global mining project stages, finding NIMBYism stalls advancement from exploration to production. With the average mine taking 15.7 years to develop, do we have enough support to meet future supply needs?

Gain insight from these industry leaders on overcoming the NIMBY challenge. The conversation may surprise you and spark ideas for your own community!