That depends on the cost as well though. If the cost of US mining v importing makes the end product too expensive, folk won't buy it. And the transition will be slowed.
“Obtaining these minerals from other countries is inconsistent with low carbon and renewable energy objectives because shipping renewable energy minerals to the US increases their carbon footprint," said witness Mr. Comer when discussing hardrock mining in the U.S.pic.twitter.com/AANK8ddXoA
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