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In this episode of The Driller Newscast, Host Brock Yordy dives into the so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” making waves in Washington—legislation with major implications for the drilling, HVAC, and geothermal industries.

This action adds to a wave of recent executive orders aimed at reviving coal and curbing clean energy initiatives, stirring significant resistance from states and consumer protection groups alike.

Resolution Copper, which says the site holds the second-largest known copper deposit in the world, has said the project could meet 25% of U.S. copper demand 

So before heading to your favorite beach, the EPA advises checking local beach advisory websites for any closures or warnings. 

Dow anticipates that construction could begin within five years, with permitting and preparatory work already underway.

The Bureau of Land Management, which oversees resource extraction on public lands, insists the project meets all current standards.

Future development in the Mowry Composite system would depend on a mix of federal leasing decisions, permitting processes, market demand, and state-level regulations.

With growing national emphasis on domestic mineral production and industrial self-sufficiency, projects like this are likely to become more common. 

The IRA contains a provision called the “production tax credit” (PTC) that allows taxpayers to deduct a percentage of the cost of renewable energy systems from their federal taxes, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

For everyday citizens, the EPA’s Brownfields work represents more than cleanup—it’s about reclaiming community spaces, creating safer neighborhoods, and opening doors to new job opportunities.