Browsing: critical minerals

Uncle Sam has doubled down on MP Materials, boosting U.S. rare earth production. This raises questions about the future of Lynas Rare Earths’ stalled Texas refinery amid shifting market dynamics.

Copper and other critical minerals face new regulatory challenges as the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent rulings, dubbed the ‘Trump effect,’ complicate mining approvals. Reuters explores the impact on supply chains and energy transition goals.

The US government plans to boost investment in rare earths production to reduce reliance on foreign sources and strengthen supply chains critical for technology and defense industries.