From the World Economic Forum: “Rising demand for low-carbon technologies is escalating the need for critical minerals…The energy transition could more than double the overall demand for critical minerals by 2030, according to the International Energy Agency.“ Read more: weforum.org/agenda/2024/06…

From Bloomberg Opinion: “Even as billions of dollars have flowed into the green transition in recent years, red tape still makes it difficult to build the necessary infrastructure… clean-energy projects are disproportionately affected by such rules.” Read more: bloomberg.com/opinion/articl…

According to International Energy Forum: “Demand outstripping supply could drive up the cost of electrification, slowing the energy transition when it must proceed at pace to meet agreed climate goals.” Balancing copper demand with environmental protection is possible:ief.org/news/how-coppe…

From Breakthrough: “The valuable copper and nickel contained in Minnesota’s long-stalled NewRange Copper Nickel (NewRange) and Twin Metals Minnesota (Twin Metals) mine projects represent a missed opportunity to support climate efforts.” Read more: thebreakthrough.org/issues/energy/…

Minnesota’s clean-energy future hinges on local projects like those of NewRange Copper Nickel, but regulatory uncertainty could stall progress, risking jobs. It's time to streamline the permitting process to ensure a sustainable and secure future. Read more: startribune.com/the-hidden-har… ‌

On this #LaborDay, we celebrate the skilled workforce that makes Minnesota thrive. The work of the union trade professionals lay the foundation for our communities and our prosperity. Thank you for all you do!

Listen in to Catalyst as NewRange Copper Nickel’s President Tannice McCoy and Tribal Relations Advisor Jenna Lehti share insights on their new approach to tribal engagement, ensuring communities are at the center of the NorthMet project’s evolution. latitudemedia.com/news/catalyst-…

From Mining Minnesota executive director Julie Lucas on mining projects: “We want to see the process move forward…The supply chain should be bipartisan. Mining shouldn’t be a partisan issue. “ Read the full MPR News story here: mprnews.org/story/2024/11/…

The action taken yesterday underscores the urgency to domestically source critical minerals essential to battery and renewable energy production. These are all minerals that can be safely sourced right here in Minnesota. Read our full statement here: jobsforminnesotans.org/jobs-for-minne…

Weighing in on new executive action, our new Board Chair Andy Campeau spoke with WDIO: "At the end of the day, what Jobs has always advocated for is a fair, timely, predictable permitting process for projects." Watch the interview here: wdio.com/mining-news/we…

Jobs for Minnesotans welcomes Dave Lislegard as our new Executive Director, with Andy Campeau as board chair and Jennifer Cady as vice chair. Their leadership brings new momentum to our efforts to create jobs and strengthen Minnesota’s economy. Read more: jobsforminnesotans.org/jobs-for-minne…

We support the Superior National Forest Restoration Act as it will allow proposed projects go through rigorous environmental review. A fair process benefits the public, the environment, and key stakeholders. Read our full statement: jobsforminnesotans.org/superior-natio…

Jobs for Minnesotans supports the recent executive order on critical minerals, reinforcing the importance of domestic mineral production for national security, economic growth, and innovation. Read our full statement: jobsforminnesotans.org/jobs-for-minne…

Jobs for Minnesotans supports legislative action to reform Minnesota’s permitting process to improve economic growth statewide. Read our full statement: jobsforminnesotans.org/minnesota-cham…

Jobs for Minnesotans supports Congressional efforts to restore federal mining rights. Read our full statement: jobsforminnesotans.org/jobs-for-minne…

Industry, labor celebrate as bipartisan permitting reform bill passes at the state legislature. Read our press release: jobsforminnesotans.org/bipartisan-per…

"New copper-nickel mining projects proposed in Northeast Minnesota will create hundreds of millions in revenue through state and federal taxes and royalties and will generate several thousand high-paying jobs." realclearenergy.org/articles/2025/…

"Economic growth, less reliance on foreign adversaries for our supply chain needs, enforcement of strict environmental laws and no reliance on child labor? Those sound like good politics to me." Read more of Pete Stauber's LTE in The Chicago Tribune. chicagotribune.com/2025/08/19/let…

"We risk sending a dangerous message—that Minnesota is closed for business." Read Dave Lislegard's new commentary in the Star Tribune on how process, not politics, should determine the outcomes of projects in our state. startribune.com/bwca-copper-or…

"It’s time to unleash responsible mining. It’s time to strengthen the Permanent School Trust Fund. It’s time to put Minnesota’s kids first." Read this commentary from Mesabi East teacher Frank Zobitz on how mining can revitalize Minnesota schools. duluthnewstribune.com/opinion/column…