Green Car Congress

JULY 2, 2021

Extracting the raw materials, mainly lithium and cobalt, requires large quantities of energy and water. The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) supplies about 70% of cobalt. But this increase is not itself cost-free … Lithium-ion technology has downsides—for people and the planet.

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Drive Electric

AUGUST 9, 2022

Fortunately, to improve this issue, battery makers are working towards more responsible supply chains , and have the potential for cheaper, more efficient, and more environmentally friendly energy storage in the near future. There are two main sources of lithium in the world; hard rock mines and brine water. THE BOTTOM LINE.

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Drive Electric

AUGUST 9, 2022

Fortunately, to improve this issue, battery makers are working towards more responsible supply chains , and have the potential for cheaper, more efficient, and more environmentally friendly energy storage in the near future. There are two main sources of lithium in the world; hard rock mines and brine water. THE BOTTOM LINE.

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Environment Electric Vehicles New Zealand Vehicles 52

Get Electric Vehicle

JUNE 6, 2023

The supply chain in the EV industry is a complex ecosystem that spans multiple continents, involving various components, raw materials, and intricate processes.  Electric Vehicle Supply Chain #1. Identifying alternative suppliers and establishing relationships with multiple sources can enhance supply chain resilience.

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