Minerals:
- Copper
- Gold
- Iron ore
- Lead
- Molybdenum
- Silver
- Uranium
- Zinc
Energy resources:
- Coal
- Natural gas
- Oil
- Geothermal power
- Hydropower
- Solar power
- Wind power
Water resources:
- The western United States contains much of the country's fresh water, with major rivers such as the Colorado River, the Columbia River, and the Rio Grande
Forest resources:
- Large areas of forestland,
Agricultural resources:
- Fertile soil and ample water support agriculture crops
Recreational resources : National parks & other protected wild land areas.