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Arizona Mining Gets Big Energy Boost | Tucson News
Arizona’s mining program just got a $1.7 million boost from the U.S. Department of Energy to revolutionize copper extraction—critical for national security and future tech like AI. With 100% job placement for grads, this field is booming, fueled by stories like Caroline Wichers, whose family legacy in mining sparked her passion for extracting metals that power our daily lives. As the Energy Dept. renews America’s focus on domestic resources, Arizona’s copper legacy—from powering the first industrial revolution to fueling tomorrow’s innovations—is being revitalized through university research…
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