Cameco is a world leader in low-cost uranium production. Our operations provide 15% of world mine production and we have about 500 million pounds of proven and probable uranium reserves and extensive mineral resources. Cameco has controlling ownership of the world's largest high-grade uranium reserves and low-cost operations in northern Saskatchewan. We are also the largest US producer with in situ recovery operations in Wyoming and Nebraska.

To sustain our position we pursue a long-term strategy of diversifying our production by geography and mining method. We have major projects in advanced development in northern Saskatchewan and Kazakhstan where production at the Inkai joint venture is ramping up towards the goal of achieving three million pounds producton for Cameco's account within the next few years.

All of Cameco's mining and milling operations meet high standards for safety, health and environmental performance and we strive to earn the support of local people wherever we operate.

Research sources and external links

Uranium Mining: The Facts on a Well-Regulated Industry
A Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission web page outlining the regulation of uranium mining in Canada and providing answers to questions about the industry.