EPISODE · Jan 11, 2025 · 3 MIN
Mining, EVs, and Permitting Reform: What a Second Trump Term Could Mean for U.S. Energy
from Womble Perspectives · host Womble Bond Dickinson
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.Read the full articlePermitting Reform in the Trump AdministrationAbout the authorsScot AndersonAna Maria Gutiérrez
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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 l...
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