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From the President’s Desk: Rich Nolan’s Blog

From the President’s Desk: Rich Nolan’s Blog

Rich Nolan, president and chief executive officer of the National Mining Association, offers his expertise and insights in this blog series. With more than 30 years of government affairs and political advocacy experience, Nolan provides a seasoned perspective on the U.S. mining industry, policy and how they impact our lives. Read Rich Nolan’s full bio here.

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The Mine Permitting Challenge

July 20, 2023

To deploy a suite of advanced technologies that are capable of dramatically reducing global emissions, we will see a 1,000% increase in mineral usage by 2050. Think about that for a moment. That statistic is staggering, especially if you consider our reliance on foreign minerals to meet current demand.... Read More

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