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Judge Upholds Rhyolite Ridge Mine, Boosts Lithium Supply

3/31/2026

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U.S. District Judge Cristina Silva upheld the Interior Department's approval of Rhyolite Ridge mine in Nevada, rejecting claims it would harm Tiehm's buckwheat.
The decision finds the agency adequately assessed the mine's environmental impact.
Ioneer's shares rose 24% after the ruling.
The Center for Biological Diversity said it will continue challenging protections for the wildflower.
The mine is crucial for lithium supply, with expected jobs and reduced foreign material reliance.

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U.S. District Judge Cristina Silva upheld the Interior Department's approval of Rhyolite Ridge mine in Nevada, rejecting claims it would harm Tiehm's buckwheat.
The decision finds the agency adequately assessed the mine's environmental impact.
Ioneer's shares rose 24% after the ruling.
The Center for Biological Diversity said it will continue challenging protections for the wildflower.
The mine is crucial for lithium supply, with expected jobs and reduced foreign material reliance.