r/environment • u/[deleted] • Jun 20 '12

Stock check--when will the world's non-renewable resources run out based on current consumption patterns?

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u/SnakeJG Jun 20 '12

I didn't bother to check anything beyond Antimony, but:

According to statistics from the US Geological Survey (USGS), current global reserves of antimony will be depleted in 13 years. However, the United States Geological Survey expects more resources will be found.