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Energy Secretary Visits Wyoming for Historic Coal Site Launch

7/12/2025

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Energy Secretary Chris Wright is set to visit Wyoming's Brook Mine this Friday, marking a significant step in establishing the first new coal site in the state in over half a century. This initiative aims to bolster U.S. production of rare earth elements, reducing reliance on China's overwhelming supply and enhancing the future of electric vehicles and military technology.

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Energy Secretary Chris Wright is set to visit Wyoming's Brook Mine this Friday, marking a significant step in establishing the first new coal site in the state in over half a century. This initiative aims to bolster U.S. production of rare earth elements, reducing reliance on China's overwhelming supply and enhancing the future of electric vehicles and military technology.