U.S. Gold Corp., a mining company based in Cheyenne, Wyoming, has hit a major milestone in the development of a gold and copper mine known as the CK Gold Project. With surging prices for these commodities, the project’s value has skyrocketed to about $3.7 billion, making it a potentially profitable venture for the company.
The CK Gold Project, named after the century-old Copper King mine, is estimated to contain over 1 million ounces of gold deposits and 248 million pounds of copper. This development comes at a crucial time for U.S. Gold Corp. as they transition from coal to gold and copper mining, a move that U.S. Gold President and CEO George Bee believes is a wise one.
The company recently received a key operation and closure permit from Wyoming’s Department of Environmental Quality, paving the way for further development of the project. Other permits related to environmental concerns such as dust, emissions, and water discharge are expected to follow in the coming months.
The timing couldn’t be better for U.S. Gold Corp., as gold prices have soared by 32% and copper prices have reached a nearly 15-month high. These price increases are driven by the growing demand for copper in electric vehicles and renewable energy industries. As Bee noted, the company is in the right place at the right time with the right project.
With plans to raise up to $250 million for the project and potentially employ 250-300 workers over a 10-year period, U.S. Gold Corp. is on track to begin construction by early 2025 and start mining by the end of 2026. Bee, a seasoned mining engineer and executive, sees great potential in the CK Gold Project and believes Wyoming is an ideal location for this endeavor.
