Building a mine takes time that poses risks at every stage. This graphic maps a mineral deposit from discovery to mining, showing where value is created.
There are 91 elements that are defined as metals but not all are the same. Here is a breakdown of the top 10 strongest metals and...
You can't find stainless steel, brass, sterling silver, or white gold on the periodic table. Learn about 20 common metal alloys, and what they are made...
Which resource markets have healthy levels of competition, and which are more monopolistic? This chart shows the global level of competition for 33 minerals.
Finding a new deposit is tough, but here's how to better your odds. This infographic shows the steps of mineral exploration, from prospecting to production.
These critical minerals are needed for tech, defense, and industry, yet most of them are mainly imported from outside of the United States.
Boron is an unlikely hero in our modern lives. It can be found throughout our homes, in our walls, glass, metals, and even our smartphone screens.
How much money is there to be made in asteroid mining? In many cases - the value of an asteroid is measured in the quintillions of...
The Arctic is one of the last resource frontiers, and it is home to untapped amounts of resource wealth: oil, gas, and minerals. See how much...
The intriguing stories behind six of the world's most famous diamonds, including the Cullinan and Hope diamonds.
