2 billion tons is a lot of dirt. They describe this as "resource," which means that these are not yet defined as material that can be mined at a profit. Keep watching and they will begin to talk about "reserves" and then "proven reserves."
So far, it's just talk. Once you announce proven reserves then you are making a commitment to perform financially. This is where the smoke becomes a tradable asset.
Proven/Probable/Possible Measured/Indicated/Inferred These are terms of art that describe the certainly of discovery and willingness to commit yourself to civil and criminal penalty for not being correct and truthful.
At this point they are either developing buzz or going to attract partners to help define the quantity and quality of reserve material.
So far, it's just talk. Once you announce proven reserves then you are making a commitment to perform financially. This is where the smoke becomes a tradable asset.
Indeed. We'll see how this develops.
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