Surging demand for electricity is colliding with rapidly eroding grid reliability and projected power supply shortfalls driven by the U.S. EPA's regulatory agenda, National Mining Association highlighted in a new white paper issued today: ow.ly/FLSC50Re5Vr

The American Rare Earths Limited (ASX: ARR) Halleck Creek project's resource discovery in Wyoming position it as a key player in reshaping the U.S. rare earths industry and position Wyoming as an important location to help decrease our mineral import dependence, enhancing national security.

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Kit Million Ross of MINE Magazine & Mining Technology speaks to Joe Evers, general counsel at $ARR, about Halleck Creek, its new resource discovery in Wyoming, and how it could impact the US rare earths industry.

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NEWS: Perpetua has received a Letter of Interest for up to $1.8 Billion from @eximbankus to finance the Stibnite Gold Project. $PPTA
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FACTS & FIGURES FRIDAY: The Port of Baltimore saw a surge this past year in exports driven by growing demand from Asia. The port's closure has temporarily halted shipping traffic, impacting the movement of coal and other energy products. ow.ly/ecU050R8Lxy

.Rich Nolan: Biden's EV dreams means more mining in America
'The mining industry can build the critical supply chains we need and provide a foundation for the pivot to our EV future.' post-gazette.com/opinion/Op-Ed/… via Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Such a large federal investment in Lithium Americas shows promise for a secure domestic supply chain in America’s race to electrification.

NEW EPISODE: CORESafety's Module #18 focuses on documentation and information management. Learn more. youtu.be/IM1BoBFOFrg?si…

The OSMRE is soliciting nominations for the 2024 Excellence in Surface Coal Mining Reclamation Awards, the highest honor given to coal mining companies for exemplary coal mine reclamation in the United States. Nominations must be submitted by May 12. ow.ly/7B1A50QKS4F

NEW PRESIDENT'S BLOG: Coal’s Place in America’s Energy Equation

'As we look ahead, properly valuing the role of coal in America’s energy equation is not just wise, it’s imperative.' nma.org/2024/04/01/coa…

Germany's energy rethink is a lesson for America: we need reliable back-ups like coal to ensure energy security. Let's learn from their mistakes and keep our essential power plants running. ow.ly/p7U050QLTBS

Despite placing emphasis on “Made-in-America,” the Biden administration’s support for “Mined-in-America” initiatives is lacking. Fortifying supply chains with abundant domestic resources while propelling the nation towards a sustainable EV future requires policy recalibration…

In a new RealClearEnergy op-ed, Rich Nolan argues that we have the resources – from lithium and nickel to copper and rare earths – to slash our reliance on foreign sources but it won’t happen without 'mined-in-America' policies. realclearenergy.org/articles/2024/…

FACTS & FIGURES FRIDAY: Visual Capitalist is out with a new infographic describing where and how much lithium resources are located within U.S. borders. ow.ly/oxS150R4zAV

To protect manufacturers in America, the Senate must take action and pass the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act. Allowing taxes to go up on innovators, job creators and America’s small businesses won’t help us compete against China. nam.org/savejobs

Today, our thoughts are with all those affected by the devastating bridge collapse in the Baltimore Harbor. We are thankful for the first responders and emergency personnel who are working tirelessly in the rescue and recovery efforts.

Dispatchable generation, which includes coal, plays a crucial role in ensuring grid security and reliability. As we transition to renewables, maintaining this essential capacity is paramount to meet demand peaks and combat variability. ow.ly/ogI350QLSYT

Today, Rich Nolan issued the following statement following introduction of bipartisan Good Samaritan legislation in the House.