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Video: Ramaco Resources CEO Randall Atkins Talks About Its New Rare Earth Mine in Wyoming
July 16, 2025
Ramaco Resources founder, chairman, and CEO Randall Atkins joins CNBC’s ‘Closing Bell Overtime’ to discuss its new rare earth mine. The Brook Mine is the first new rare earth mine in America in 70 years and first new coal mine
MP Materials, Apple Enter $500 Million Partnership to Produce Recycled Rare Earth Magnets
July 16, 2025
MP Materials entered into a definitive, long-term agreement to supply Apple with rare earth magnets manufactured in the United States from 100 percent recycled materials. Under the agreement, MP Materials will supply Apple with magnets produced at its Fort Worth,
Live Stream 7/15: Trump and Sen. McCormick Team Up to Promote Energy Investments in Pennsylvania
July 15, 2025
President Donald Trump and Sen. David McCormick of Pennsylvania will jointly announce roughly $70 billion of energy investments in the state Tuesday, July 15 as the president travels to Pittsburgh for a conference with dozens of top executives to promote
Fatality at Nyrstar East Tennessee Young Zinc Mine
July 15, 2025
A mine employee is dead after an underground incident was reported early Saturday morning in Tennessee’s Jefferson County. An investigation is ongoing, and the company is cooperating with the Mine Safety and Health Administration, a spokesperson said. At around 4:30
Rio Tinto Appoints Simon Trott as Chief Executive
July 15, 2025
The board of Rio Tinto has appointed Simon Trott to succeed Jakob Stausholm as chief executive on August 25, 2025. “Simon is an outstanding leader with a deep understanding of mining and a track record of delivering operational excellence and
Energy Secretary Says Ramaco’s Rare Earth Elements Mine Will Help With Energy Independence
July 14, 2025
United States energy secretary Chris Wright joined Wyoming’s top officials on Friday, for what they called a historic day for rare earth mineral exploration. Ramaco Resources has opened the first rare earth mine in the country in 70 years in
Pentagon Becomes Largest Shareholder in Rare Earth Mining Company MP Materials
July 14, 2025
MP Materials said on Thursday that the Department of Defense is set to become the largest shareholder in the rare earth mining company after finalizing an agreement to purchase $400 million of the company’s preferred stock. In a Thursday press
BLM Proposes Coal Exploration Project in Utah’s Muddy Creek Canyon Area, First Since 2019
July 14, 2025
The Bureau of Land Management is inviting public input on a proposed coal exploration project in Utah’s Muddy Creek Canyon area as part of a larger federal effort to re-invigorate the coal industry and advance American energy independence. Canyon Fuel
One Big Beautiful Bill Act Represents Sweeping Overhaul of U.S. Energy Policy
July 14, 2025
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act represents a sweeping overhaul of U.S. energy policy, aimed at reshaping the federal government’s role in energy markets and reversing key provisions of the Inflation Reduction Act. With a clear emphasis on fossil fuel
BLM’s Second Quarter Energy Sales Bring in $13.5 Million in Revenue
July 14, 2025
The Bureau of Land Management generated $13.5 million in total receipts from energy sales held in the second quarter of 2025 — in line with policies championed under the Trump administration. These revenues reflect an ongoing focus on unleashing domestic
