Aris Mining Advances Soto Norte Gold-Copper Project with ESIA…

Event summary

Aris Mining completed the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) for the Soto Norte project in Colombia and will commence community engagement in October 2026.
The Soto Norte project has high-grade mineral reserves of 4.6 million ounces of gold and a 22-year mine life.
The project includes a mill capacity of 3,500 tonnes per day, with 750 tpd dedicated to processing material from local miners.
The National Mining Agency (ANM) approved the technical mine plan for Soto Norte, setting the foundation for environmental licensing.

The big picture

Aris Mining's advancement of the Soto Norte project comes at a time of shifting regulatory dynamics in Colombia, with recent changes in environmental licensing and reserve areas. The project's high-grade reserves and long-life production profile position it as a strategic asset in the Americas' gold-copper market. The company's partnership approach with local miners aims to formalize employment and reduce environmental impacts, aligning with broader industry trends towards responsible mining practices.

What we're watching

Regulatory Dynamics: How the revocation of the La Baja Reserve and the Temporary Reserve Extension will impact the Soto Norte project's regulatory path.
Community Engagement: Whether the community engagement process will yield constructive feedback and support for the project.
Project Timeline: The pace at which Aris Mining can secure the environmental license and make a construction decision for Soto Norte.