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Oklahoma Aluminum Plant Under Review | Tulsa News
Oklahoma Primary Aluminum is pushing forward with a massive new aluminum smelter in Tulsa, promising 750,000 metric tons annually and 1,000 permanent jobs—but environmental concerns, especially around fluoride emissions, are sparking debate. While regulators await final approval, company leaders insist emissions will be far below permitted levels, thanks to next-gen tech like multi-stage scrubbing systems that aim to capture 99% of fluoride for reuse. They’re working closely with DEQ to ensure farming operations nearby aren’t disrupted, using air modeling and advanced controls. But legal…
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