According to a recent article on Mining.com, the US federal government is set to sharpen its focus on critical minerals in 2026, with emerging federal activity revealing two key themes: growing support for high-risk minerals and renewed focus on domestic processing technologies. Investment is likely to expand beyond rare earths to include minerals like antimony and tungsten, with a focus on processing capacity to create supply chain security. As reported by Mining.com, the emphasis will be on sustainable and cost-effective processing technologies that can break from traditional methods. This shift is expected to create new opportunities for companies that can demonstrate reliable and cost-effective processing technologies, positioning them for federal funding and strategic partnerships.

US Critical Mineral Resilience