The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) is a large system of water currents that circulates water from north to south and back, in a long cycle within the Atlantic Ocean.   This system of deep-water circulation, sometimes …

      Gold demand reached an all-time high in 2023, according to the most recent data from the World Gold Council.   While gold does not play a starring role in the energy and electrification drama, its monetary function …

      One of the biggest challenges facing the mining industry is a growing skills gap created by an aging workforce and a dearth of talent waiting next in line.   According to Walter Copan, vice president, research and …

        The most attractive gold juniors are those with assets in established mining jurisdictions, preferably in close proximity, and on trend, to mines operated by the majors.   One that perfectly fits the profile is Vancouver-based EGR Exploration …

      Dolly Varden Silver (TSX-V:DV) (OTC:DOLLF) has put out more encouraging results from drilling at the Homestake Silver deposit, part of its Kitsault Valley project in northwestern British Columbia. According to the Vancouver-based company, the 23 drill holes reported …

        2023 was a topsy-turvy year for copper, the red metal buffeted by strong headwinds including a high US dollar, a string of interest rate hikes, and weak demand from China, the largest copper consumer.   It …

        In British Columbia, the cost of building a Site C, a massive hydroelectric dam on the Peace River, is now estimated at CAD$16 billion, following numerous cost overruns.     BC taxpayers will also cough up $5.3 …

        I’ve been right in my prediction that the Fed would pause in June, and hike once or twice more before the end of the year.   I’ve also voiced my opinion that we will get a …

        Manufacturing has always been an integral part of American life. Paul Revere opened a foundry that produced bells and cannons following his famous midnight ride. Henry Ford’s assembly line made cars affordable to the masses. And …

        For over a year now the main topic of discussion has been regarding the likelihood of a “hard landing” versus a “soft landing” for the US economy — based on the actions of the Federal Reserve, …