WASHINGTON, Nov. 7 -- Geological Survey has issued a notice called: Final 2025 List of Critical Minerals.
The notice was published in the Federal Register on Nov. 7 by Ned Mamula, Director, U.S. Geological Survey.
Summary: Critical minerals are essential for national security, economic stability, and supply chain resilience because they underpin key industries, drive technological innovation, and support critical infrastructure vital for a modern American economy. The United States is heavily reliant on imports of certain mineral commodities from foreign sources, some of which are at risk of serious, sustained, and long-term supply chain disruptions. The United States' dependence on imports and the vulnerability of supply chains raise the...