Paramount Gold Nevada Clears Final Hurdle for Oregon Gold Mine

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Paramount Gold Nevada has successfully navigated the final stage of federal permitting, securing a critical green light for its flagship project. The company announced it received the Record of Decision (ROD) for its Grassy Mountain gold project, marking the completion of all necessary federal approvals and transitioning the asset from exploration to development-ready status.

The permitted Grassy Mountain project, located in Malheur County, Oregon, is now classified as "shovel-ready." According to the approved plan, the operation is projected to yield approximately 47,000 ounces of gold and 55,000 ounces of silver annually. The economic ripple effect for eastern Oregon is significant, with the mine expected to contribute an estimated $140 million in annual economic output. During its active phase, it is forecast to create about 200 jobs and generate roughly $9 million in yearly tax revenues.

The mine plan encompasses a 469-acre area on public land. Its lifecycle includes a decade dedicated to construction and processing, followed by a four-year reclamation period and subsequent long-term environmental monitoring.

A Streamlined Path to Approval

The issuance of the ROD last Thursday represents the conclusive federal endorsement. Observers note that the permitting timeline benefited from the project's inclusion in the "FAST-41" program in May 2025, a federal initiative designed to expedite the review process for complex infrastructure projects. This facilitated a more efficient conclusion to the regulatory proceedings.

This regulatory milestone also triggered pre-established internal compensation plans. As a result of securing the final state and federal permits, director Samantha Espley was awarded restricted stock units (RSUs) from a company incentive program. This structure highlights management's prior focus on de-risking the approval process, directly linking executive compensation to this key objective.

Market Response and Next Steps

Following the announcement, trading in Paramount Gold Nevada shares exhibited volatility. While the initial market reaction was mixed, after-hours trading later in the week pointed to growing investor interest, likely reflecting the cleared path toward production. The company, whose market capitalization has recently fluctuated between $135 million and $194 million, now faces the next phase: securing financing and managing the transition into the construction stage.