Oklahoma Bets on Refining to Anchor US Critical Minerals Supply Chain

Post Views: 193 Oklahoma Critical Minerals Oklahoma Refining Strategy Strengthens US Critical Minerals Supply Chain Oklahoma is positioning itself at the center of the US critical minerals supply chain by emphasizing refining, processing, and manufacturing. Rather than mining raw materials, the state aims to produce aluminum, rare earth magnets, and battery components essential for aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing. Federal funding, including programs under the CHIPS and Science Act, is encouraging companies to establish industrial facilities domestically. Oklahoma’s strategy focu...