USGS releases first study to assess global earthquake risk to mineral supplies
Earthquakes have the potential to substantially affect mining operations, leading to supply chain disruptions that adversely affect the global economy.
Attendance at the 88th Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) 2020 Convention totaled 23,144, 10,4% less than in 2019, as the conference was impacted by the coronavirus outbreak.
In 2019, PDAC hosted 25,843 attendees.
The annual PDAC Convention in Toronto is the world’s premier industry event, bringing together investors, analysts, mining executives, geologists, students, and government officials.
This year, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau returned, making him the first sitting prime minister to appear for two consecutive years.
Highlights from PDAC 2020 include:
PDAC 2021 will be held in Toronto March 7 to 10, 2021.