CQ Roll Call and the Responsible Battery Coalition (RBC) came together for a timely breakfast discussion on safeguarding America’s critical minerals supply chain and strengthening U.S. battery innovation on Tuesday, May 20.
As global tensions rise and supply chains face disruption, this summit focused on the urgent need to protect the foundational technologies that power our economy and defend our nation.
RBC member Clarios also announced an update on its $6 billion manufacturing strategy by updating that it is examining sites for development in Utah, Indiana and Texas.
Opening Address
Adam Muellerweiss, VP of Strategic Initiatives, Clarios & President, Responsible Battery Coalition.
National Security Keynote
Maj. Gen. William "Bill" Crane, Former Adjutant General, West Virginia National Guard.
Congressional Keynotes
Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV), the senior United States Senator from Nevada
Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (R-UT), the U.S. Representative for Utah’s 2nd Congressional District
Industry Fireside Chat
Adam Muellerweiss, in conversation with David Jordan, Energy and Environment Reporter, CQ Roll Call, to discuss Clarios' $6 billion investment strategy, analyze the Trump Administration’s policies for the critical minerals sector.
Expert Panel Discussion
Moderated by David Jordan, Energy and Environment Reporter, CQ Roll Call.
Panelists:
The panel addresses China's dominance in battery materials, impact of recent executive actions on domestic mineral production, analysis of 45x tax credit changes and policy developments, the retail sector's role in battery collection and recycling, and future challenges and opportunities in battery technology.
The Responsible Battery Coalition is a coalition of companies, academics, and organizations committed to the responsible management of the batteries of today and tomorrow. RBC members include Advance Auto Parts, AutoZone, Clarios, ENTEK, FedEx, Honda, and O’Reilly Auto Parts — organizations on the front lines of keeping America’s battery infrastructure strong, sustainable, and secure
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