Critical Minerals & Natural Resources
Securing America's supply chains through strategic mineral sourcing and processing
Critical Minerals & Natural Resources represents a strategic national security vertical. The United States depends on reliable access to critical minerals for aerospace, defense, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing. We help mining and mineral processing companies position themselves within these strategic supply chains.
Our consortium connects mineral suppliers with federal initiatives, defense contractors, and strategic partners while ensuring alignment with national priorities for supply chain security and domestic sourcing.
- Mining companies
- Mineral processing firms
- Strategic material suppliers
- DFC-aligned companies
- Federal mineral initiative participants
- Supply chain security initiatives
- National strategic mineral prioritization
- Aerospace and defense material sourcing
- Domestic production prioritization
Priority Critical Minerals
The U.S. Geological Survey and Department of Defense have identified critical minerals essential for national security and economic prosperity. Our consortium focuses on:
Rare Earth Elements
- • Neodymium
- • Dysprosium
- • Praseodymium
- • Terbium
Strategic Metals
- • Lithium
- • Cobalt
- • Nickel
- • Titanium
Industrial Minerals
- • Graphite
- • Manganese
- • Tungsten
- • Antimony
How the KDM Consortium Supports Mineral Companies
Connect with federal programs supporting domestic mineral production, including DFC (Development Finance Corporation) initiatives, DoD strategic mineral programs, and Department of Energy critical materials efforts. We help navigate funding opportunities and partnership requirements.
Position your company within aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing supply chains. We facilitate connections with OEMs, prime contractors, and end users seeking reliable domestic sources for critical minerals and processed materials.
Develop capabilities for mineral processing, refining, and value-added manufacturing. We connect mining operations with processing partners, technology providers, and end users to create integrated supply chains that maximize value and meet market specifications.
Navigate complex environmental regulations, permitting requirements, and sustainability expectations. We provide guidance on compliance, environmental stewardship, and demonstrating responsible mining practices that meet federal and commercial requirements.
Form strategic partnerships with other consortium members, including manufacturers, technology providers, and capital partners. Our network approach creates opportunities for joint ventures, offtake agreements, and collaborative development of mineral resources.
Access market intelligence on critical mineral demand, pricing trends, and strategic priorities. We help companies develop market strategies, identify opportunities, and position themselves for long-term success in the evolving critical minerals landscape.
Critical Minerals & Natural Resources is directly aligned with our Critical Minerals pillar, which focuses on domestic sourcing, strategic partnerships, aerospace and defense supply chain support, and national security implications.
Explore Critical Minerals PillarReady to Secure Your Position in Strategic Supply Chains?
Join the KDM Consortium and connect with federal initiatives, defense contractors, and strategic partners