05: Energy and minerals: The push for US independence

How “America First” policies may impact mineral and hydrocarbon supply chains. In this episode, partners Rebecca Campbell and Jay Cuclis consider how the administration’s “America First” policies, articulated in executive orders, tariffs and other actions, may play out in the distinct cases of mineral supply chains and hydrocarbon supply chains. Rebecca co-leads the Firm's Mining & Metals industry group, and Jay co-leads our Energy industry group. This episode explores topics including the biggest concerns for mining and energy companies, and how they can navigate the changes ahead.   Additional publications: New Executive Order regarding Immediate Measures to Increase American Mineral Production Strategic Projects for the EU: list of 47 Strategic Projects announced Coal is now a “critical mineral” under Amended Executive Order regarding Immediate Measures to Increase American Mineral Production President Trump Orders Section 232 Investigation on Critical Minerals and Derivative Products New Executive Order Seeks to Increase American Extraction of Minerals through Deep Sea Mining Critical (minerals) mass: Minerals security in a rapidly shifting geopolitical environment   Additional resources: Trump Administration Advances First Wave of Critical Mineral Production Projects – The White House Trump Administration Boosts Domestic Mineral Production—Adding 10 More Critical Mineral Production Projects to the Federal Permitting Dashboard – The White House   For more insights and related content from our lawyers, please visit our US Administration Tracker. Send questions and feedback to [email protected] White & Case means the international legal practice comprising White & Case LLP, a New York State registered limited liability partnership, White & Case LLP, a limited liability partnership incorporated under English law and all other affiliated partnerships, companies and entities. This podcast is prepared for the general information of interested persons. It is not, and does not attempt to be, comprehensive in nature. Due to the general nature of its content, it should not be regarded as legal advice.