CHIPS Act-backed deal accelerates rare earth supply chain Stillwater-based USA Rare Earth, Inc. is giving up a potential 8% to 16% ownership stake in exchange for more than $1 billion in federal funding and loans, a move aimed at accelerating domestic production of rare earth minerals critical to semiconductors, permanent magnets, defense systems, and advanced …
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Archer pushes GAS Hub to land national lab in Oklahoma
Legislation Targets Federal Research Investment Rep. Nick Archer, R-Elk City, has introduced legislation aimed at positioning Oklahoma to compete for a U.S. national laboratory and other major federal research centers, an effort supporters say could reshape the state’s long-term economic and workforce outlook. If approved, House Bill 3176 would establish the Oklahoma Gas, Artificial Intelligence, …
Lithium company hires DC Public Relations Firm
PR firm to guide federal strategy for Muskogee lithium plant As construction planning advances for its lithium development facility in Muskogee, Stardust Power Inc. has hired a Washington, D.C.-based public policy and government relations firm to support its federal engagement, funding strategy, and critical-minerals initiatives. The Connecticut-headquartered company announced it has retained 38 North Solutions, …
Taiwan battery company to locate plant in southwest Kansas
Taiwan-based firm launches first North American manufacturing site Apogee Power, a Taiwan-based energy technology and advanced battery manufacturer, has selected Liberal, Kansas, as the location for its first U.S. manufacturing and assembly facility — marking a major expansion into the North American energy storage market. The new facility, located at 1600 W. Pancake Blvd. in …
Waste heat topic explored by Senate Committee
Waste Heat, Additive Manufacturing, and Oklahoma Energy Policy Oklahoma energy policy moved into the spotlight with a focused interim study. Lawmakers examined low-grade waste heat and additive manufacturing opportunities. The committee sought practical pathways to power generation and industrial efficiency. The hearing drew entrepreneurs, funders, and advanced manufacturing leaders. Their testimony highlighted near-term projects and …