In the news today…
Mining:
- New York Times reports one county in Nebraska has a wealth of minerals essential to defense and the green economy. Mining would transform the community, yet many say they feel a patriotic obligation to dig.
Minerals:
- Washington Post reports on the likelihood of running out of critical minerals.
- Washington Examiner reports House Republicans called on the Biden administration to prioritize domestic critical mineral supply chains rather than rely on foreign countries such as China to meet the soaring demand driven by the Inflation Reduction Act and the broader shift toward clean energy.
Permitting:
- E&E Daily reports Capitol Hill’s permitting reform effort got new life Wednesday as two top Senate and House lawmakers held an initial summit on reviving the overhaul bid. This time, the House could take the lead.
Congress:
- Washington Examiner reports Sen. Joe Manchin isn’t letting go of this electric vehicle tax credit thing.
- Axios reports House Republicans’ energy agenda centers around highlighting an uncomfortable truth: Without significant changes to the world order, the energy transition could make the U.S. more vulnerable.