This year, the United States has been stepping up its efforts to secure
the critical minerals that are needed for clean energy projects from
countries like Mongolia, which is resource-rich and wedged between China
and Russia. But making pacts to deliver these critical minerals to the
U.S. isn't easy, and the stakes are high since the Biden
administration’s climate goals are at risk. POLITICO’s E&E News reporter
Sara Schonhardt breaks down how the U.S. is trying to negotiate with
Mongolia and other nations and the challenges of cutting critical
mineral deals. Plus, the Energy Department is expected to ease back on
its proposed energy efficiency rules for gas stoves.

 

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Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO. 

Sara Schonhardt is an international climate reporter for E&E News.

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Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO. 

Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO. 

Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.