The most recent resource estimate is 38.4 million inferred tonnes grading 4.58% zinc and 1.85% lead, containing 3.9 billion lb. of zinc and 1.6 billion lb. of lead.
New report shows private funds raising money for investment in metals and mining came up empty in Q3 and so far this year commitments total a paltry $100m.
Miners, which often use fossil fuels as the energy source in their operations, are shifting to renewable generation as the cost of wind and solar power drops.