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Nature editorial: environmental and human costs of Li-ion technology must be addressed quickly

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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. — Nature editorial.

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

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There are two main sources of lithium in the world; hard rock mines and brine water. million tons), Argentina (2 million tons) and China (1 million tons). The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) accounts for approximately 70% of the world’s cobalt mine production and holds almost 50% of the world’s known reserves.

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

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There are two main sources of lithium in the world; hard rock mines and brine water. million tons), Argentina (2 million tons) and China (1 million tons). The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) accounts for approximately 70% of the world’s cobalt mine production and holds almost 50% of the world’s known reserves.

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Decoding The Complex Supply Chain In The Electric Vehicle Industry

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The majority of lithium reserves are found in countries like Australia, Chile, and Argentina. However, mining lithium raises environmental concerns such as water scarcity and pollution. The majority of cobalt production occurs in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where ethical and environmental issues have been raised.