REE mining project in Mukim Kenering minimises environmental impact, says minerals dept

PUTRAJAYA: An audit of the in-situ leaching pilot project for the mining of non-radioactive rare earth elements in Mukim Kenering, Hulu Perak, Perak has found it complies with standard operating procedures as well as the requirements of the relevant technical agencies.

Minerals and Geoscience Department director-general Zamri Ramli, commenting on reports that uncontrolled REE mining could potentially cause landslides, said that the project uses mining technology that involves minimal land clearing and tree felling.