Oklahoma Emerges as US Hub for Critical Minerals Processing

Oklahoma, known for oil, is now processing important minerals like nickel and lithium, which are needed for things like electric cars and military equipment.

This helps the US avoid depending on China for these resources.

A company called Westwin has a nickel refinery, and Stardust Power is building a lithium refinery.

The state offers incentives to attract businesses, and is also working on recycling these minerals.

While Oklahoma faces challenges in education, it is working hard to become a key player in this new industry, as part of a national effort to secure essential materials and reduce reliance on other countries.