Idaho cobalt mine is a harbinger of what’s to come A new venture near Salmon signals an uptick in hardrock mining across the West. by Kylie Mohr October 21, 2022 January 24, 2024.

Once fully operational, the Idaho mine is expected to meet only about 10% of overall U.S. demand. Enough for several hundred thousand electric cars, the company says.

Data from a statewide mining report shows there are about 8,800 abandoned mines across Idaho. That could still have impacts on the environment and human health.