Publication
Mar 2012
The paper considers the process of discovery for subsoil resources, including both hard minerals and hydrocarbons and estimates its magnitude in recent years, as derived from the sum of extraction and changes in proven reserves. Spurred on by technology change and strong market conditions, discovery has been substantial for most minerals.
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Author | Alan Gelb, Kai Kaiser, Lorena Viñuela |
Series | CGD Working Papers |
Issue | 290 |
Publisher | Center for Global Development (CGD) |
Copyright | © 2012 Center for Global Development (CGD) |