Note 4 - Property, Plant and Equipment, Net and Mineral Rights - Property, Plant and Equipment (Details) - USD ($) |
Jun. 30, 2024 |
Dec. 31, 2023 |
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| Accumulated depreciation | $ (27,479,291) | $ (27,200,293) |
| Total properties, plant and equipment, net | 8,748,948 | 15,204,030 |
| Land [Member] | ||
| Property, plant and equipment, gross | 0 | 6,328,338 |
| Leaseholds and Leasehold Improvements [Member] | ||
| Property, plant and equipment, gross | 1,037,049 | 1,037,049 |
| Exploration and Production Equipment [Member] | ||
| Property, plant and equipment, gross | 27,644,745 | 27,644,745 |
| Property, Plant and Equipment, Other Types [Member] | ||
| Property, plant and equipment, gross | $ 7,546,445 | $ 7,394,191 |
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- Definition Amount after accumulated depreciation, depletion and amortization of physical assets used in the normal conduct of business to produce goods and services and not intended for resale. Examples include, but are not limited to, land, buildings, machinery and equipment, office equipment, and furniture and fixtures. Reference 1: http://fasb.org/us-gaap/role/ref/legacyRef
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