The Biden administration's report on ioneer's Rhyolite Ridge lithium mine is a significant step toward a major U.S. lithium production site, essential for electric vehicle batteries.
BLM's final environmental impact statement marks the initiation of a review period, crucial in issuing a record of decision for the mine's permitting process.
The mine could potentially produce enough lithium to power 370,000 electric vehicles annually, supporting U.S. efforts against China's dominance in critical minerals.
While the project aims to boost lithium production, it faces opposition from conservation groups due to its impact on the endangered Tiehm's buckwheat flower.
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