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Wyoming's Brook Mine: A Historic Step Towards Energy Independence

7/17/2025

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Wyoming's Brook Mine has officially broken ground, marking a historic moment as the first new rare earth elements mine in 70 years and the first coal mine in half a century. Governor Mark Gordon and U.S. officials hailed its significance for national security and energy independence, promising to lessen dependence on China while generating high-paying jobs for the community.

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Wyoming's Brook Mine has officially broken ground, marking a historic moment as the first new rare earth elements mine in 70 years and the first coal mine in half a century. Governor Mark Gordon and U.S. officials hailed its significance for national security and energy independence, promising to lessen dependence on China while generating high-paying jobs for the community.