New study shows the economic effects of permitting delays on the U.S. mining industry
Duplicative permitting processes can delay mining projects a decade or longer.
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Three key takeaways from the US Geological Report
More broadly, U.S. mining supports more than 1.2 million jobs.
New report showing increased reshoring means greater U.S. minerals demand
Minerals are the bedrock of the manufacturing industry.
National Association of Manufacturers’ survey sees positive outlook for manufacturers in 2015
Manufacturing production should continue to accelerate, growing 3.0% over the next two quarters
From A to Zinc: In your backyard and beyond
Although most commonly thought of as an ingredient in sunscreen, zinc is actually a critical component in many of our summer essentials. As can be seen in our new infographic below, zinc is an incredibly versatile mineral and is present i...
Increased globalization comes with unique risks and challenges
The United States’ duplicative permitting process is a deterrent to investors.
Surge in mining leads to new college mining programs
Well-paying mining jobs that have an average salary of more than $85,000.
One step closer to a better US permitting process
Yesterday, the House Committee on Natural Resources passed H.R. 4402, the National Strategic and Critical Minerals Production Act of 2012. The bill, offered by Rep. Amodei (R-Nev.), received strong support in the committee and now heads to the full House for consideration.
Graduates from Colorado School of Mines highly employable
Reuters reported this week that graduates from the Colorado School of Mines are among the most employable in the country. Notably, 94 percent of 2011 graduates from the mining engineering, metallurgy and materials, geological engineering and geophysi...
The University at Buffalo sees opportunity for minerals studies to foster growth in region
The University at Buffalo (UB) is asking the state of New York to designate a Center of Excellence in Materials Informatics in Buffalo. The university’s interest stems from concerns over global demand for rare earth minerals. The university cla...
Northwest Mining Association sees students as mining’s future
E&E News reported on Jan. 20 that the Northwest Mining Association (NWMA) recently launched a campaign aimed at promoting the mining sector to college students.
“The More You Dig: It All Starts With Mining” initiative explains how m...
