Iain Thompson: Can Canada Help Close the Coming Copper Supply Gap?

With global demand rising, developing new copper projects could become increasingly important.

Global demand for copper is expected to outpace supply in the years ahead, creating a significant gap that will need to be filled. According to EY Canada's Iain Thompson, Canada—and particularly British Columbia—has an important role to play in developing new copper resources. For investors, projects advancing today could become increasingly valuable as the energy transition accelerates.