Mining, EVs, and Permitting Reform: What a Second Trump Term Could Mean for U.S. Energy

Permitting reform under a potential second Trump administration could shape the future of mining projects and their role in the energy transition. This administration could potentially prioritize oil, natural gas, and coal, while giving less attention to boosting renewable energy initiatives or supporting projects like electric vehicles (EVs). Despite the growing need for critical minerals in clean energy technologies, Trump’s approach is unlikely to incentivize EV development, with figures like Elon Musk backing the removal of EV credits, believing Tesla can compete without such subsidies.

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Permitting Reform in the Trump Administration

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Scot Anderson
Ana Maria Gutiérrez