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Washington Faces Uphill Battle Against Chinese Dominance
The US is attempting to reduce its reliance on China for batteries, with the Department of Energy awarding $500 million to seven companies related to battery minerals or materials, manufacturing, or recycling. However, China’s dominance in the global battery supply chain, from raw minerals to finished products, poses a significant challenge. The US effort is part of a larger push to secure critical minerals and materials, but it may be hindered by the Trump administration’s reversal of Biden-era policies supporting battery manufacturing and electric vehicles, as reported by CNBC.