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Debunking the Lithium "Mining" FUD

Plug In India

The interesting thing is before electric cars were popular, no one in the auto industry or mainstream media even questioned where petrol or the metals used in engines are coming from. tons of GHG (greenhouse gasses) per electric car [3]. 4] An electric car emits about 3,000 pounds or 1.36

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

Drive Electric

million tons), Argentina (2 million tons) and China (1 million tons). The mining industry as a whole is also being held more accountable globally and parts of the global auto industry are now focusing intently on ethical sourcing. Lithium is abundant on five continents. THE BOTTOM LINE. MORE EV MYTHS EXPLAINED.

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EV myths busted: Are electric vehicles actually good for the environment?

Drive Electric

million tons), Argentina (2 million tons) and China (1 million tons). The mining industry as a whole is also being held more accountable globally and parts of the global auto industry are now focusing intently on ethical sourcing. Lithium is abundant on five continents. THE BOTTOM LINE. MORE EV MYTHS EXPLAINED.