Critical Resources: Securing America’s Future

Speaker: Anne Thomas

From the semiconductors in our tablets to the solar panels on our roofs, the minerals found beneath our feet dictate the strength of our economy and our national security. But where do these resources come from, and who controls them?

Anne will explore:
What defines a “critical resource” in today’s world?
The Global Map: Where these minerals are mined and who owns the processing plants.
Sustainability: The environmental impacts of mining and how we can reduce them.
Future Security: How the U.S. can ensure steady access to the materials we need most.