Highlights

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) launched four new funding initiatives totaling nearly $1 billion to expand domestic critical minerals production, processing, recycling and supply chain resilience, with heightened restrictions on foreign entities of concern (FEOCs).

Programs span awards of $50 million to $500 million across battery materials, byproduct recovery, rare earth elements and technology acceleration, focusing on late-stage, market-ready projects aligned with the Trump Administration's energy dominance agenda.

Applicants should begin preparing now by completing registrations, assessing FEOC exposure, forming academic and industry partnerships, and defining commercialization pathways to align with DOE priorities. Holland & Knight has extensive experience guiding cl

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