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Critical Energy Resource

An energy-related material, like a mineral, that is vital for U.S. energy systems and whose supply from other countries or within the U.S. could easily be cut off or disrupted.

Supply Chain

The entire network of companies, people, activities, information, and resources involved in moving a product or material from supplier to customer, from its raw state to its final use.

Energy Security

Ensuring a continuous and reliable availability of energy at an affordable price, free from the threat of disruption or manipulation.

Mitigating Effects

Taking action to lessen the severity, seriousness, or pain of something bad, such as reducing the negative impact of a supply disruption.

Adversarial Nations

Countries that are considered to be hostile or competitive towards the United States, particularly regarding economic or national security interests.

Domestic Production

The creation or manufacturing of goods, materials, or resources within the borders of one's own country, as opposed to importing them.