Ian Harris
CEO of Copper Giant and seasoned mining executive with extensive South American project development experience; discusses copper markets, the Makoa project in Colombia, and supply-chain implications for electrification and AI data centers.
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Sep 30, 2025 • 35min
Gold To $10,000 While This Asset Doubles: CEO On Start Of Supercycle Frenzy
Ian Harris, CEO of Copper Giant and a seasoned mining executive, dives deep into the surging demand for copper driven by AI data centers. He predicts that copper prices could skyrocket to $10 per pound due to a looming supply shortage. Harris highlights the strategic significance of his Makoa project in Colombia, emphasizing its potential for rapid production and infrastructure advantages. He also discusses China’s dominance in smelting and the need for the U.S. to increase domestic copper capacity to meet rising consumption demands.
Aug 4, 2025 • 31min
‘It’s Life And Death’: Global Supply Chains Crumbling, What’s Next | Ian Harris
Ian Harris, CEO of Copper Giant, shares his expertise on the shifting tides of global supply chains, particularly regarding copper. He discusses how tariffs are spurring deglobalization and sparking interest in domestic production. The conversation dives into the challenges facing U.S. industries reliant on imports, especially in electric vehicles. Harris also highlights the potential of his Mocoa project in Colombia amid political dynamics and emphasizes the urgent need for improved domestic mining capabilities.
