The major lithium mining project underway between Lithium Americas and General Motors offers an unparalleled opportunity for a resilient, regional critical mineral supply chain. The University of Nevada, Reno, is the natural academic anchor for this work. Nearly $2 million has already been invested in a training facility at Great Basin College in Winnemucca, built specifically to meet Lithium Americas’ workforce needs. Brian Sandoval is president of the University of Nevada, Reno. Jonathan Evans is president and CEO of Lithium Americas.