; (B) the expected contributions of the program to the creation of innovative methods and technologies for the efficient and sustainable provision of energy critical elements to the domestic economy; and (C) how the program is promoting the broadest possible participation by academic, industrial, and other contributors. (3) Consultation In preparing each plan under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall consult with appropriate representatives of industry, institutions of higher education, Department of Energy national laboratories, professional and technical societies, other Federal agencies, and other entities, as determined by the Secretary. (c) Coordination and nonduplication To the maximum extent practicable, the Secretary shall ensure that the activities carried out under this title are coordinated with, and do not unnecessarily duplicate the efforts of, other programs within the Federal Government. (d) Critical materials information center (1) In general In carrying out the program established under section 101, the Secretary shall establish and maintain a Critical Materials Information Center to collect, catalogue, disseminate, and archive information on energy critical elements in coordination with the Office of Scientific and Technical Information of the Department of Energy. (2) Center activities The Center shall— (A) serve as the repository for scientific and technical data generated by the research and development activities funded under this section; (B) assist scientists and engineers in making the fullest possible use of the Center’s data holdings; (C) seek and incorporate other information on energy critical elements to enhance the Center’s utility for program participants and other users