Today’s Key Takeaway: “To sustainably meet increased demand for minerals, the United States, regional partners, and mining companies should align incentives and reconcile the tension between the need to expand production with the environmental and social considerations of affected communities. It is therefore imperative to increase mining production, both at existing mines and in new mines, while ensuring that mining … read more

Today’s Key Takeaways:   Rely on sound science re: Willow – not the sound of outside voices.  Natural gas prices fall below $3. Trilogy Metals confirms high grade copper at Arctic site in Ambler Mining District.  Tongass restrictions reinstated by Biden Administration. NEWS OF THE DAY: Willow project must survive: Biden needs to approve Alaskan petroleum reserveTodd Tiahat, The Washington Times, … read more

Today’s Key Takeaways:  Oilfield service sectors big beneficiaries of market upheaval.  Fundamentals strong for $90+ oil. Exxon stops gas flaring in Permian.  AK ranks high for best mining jurisdictions for investment. Is EV car mania slowing? NEWS OF THE DAY: Oilfield services groups cheer ‘structural upcycle’ after highly profitable yearFinancial Times, January 25, 2023 The “Big Three” international oilfield services … read more