ZETA sent a response to the Department of Energy Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy and the Vehicle Technologies Office Request for Information on risks in high-capacity batteries, including the EV batteries supply chain. ZETA informed the Department of Energy that if North American critical materials are not properly secured and prioritized, the United States will continue to be at the mercy of foreign supply chains for our battery, energy, and security demands. In proposing several policy recommendations, ZETA argued that American companies are primed for progress, and the United States must harness our potential advantages over other global competitors. By working together, the United States can build a robust domestic supply chain by enacting strong policies that support manufacturers and help realize our full domestic potential. Full text here.