WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Fossil Energy (FE) announced two new programs on Monday under its Mine of the Future initiative, committing up to $95 million in federal funding to revolutionize domestic mining practices and build a resilient supply chain for critical minerals and materials.

The initiative aims to significantly reduce U.S. reliance on foreign sources and re-establish the country as a global leader in the mining sector, delivering on President Trump’s commitment to expand the nation's critical materials portfolio.

“DOE is committed to fostering a new generation of skilled miners and equipping them with the tools to lead the world in mineral production and processing technology,” Assistant Secretary of Fossil Energy, Kyle Haustveit, said in a st

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