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GM leaps ahead in lithium mining race, secures next-gen extraction deal

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Currently, most lithium extraction is based on the simple and relatively effective “pond evaporation” extraction method, which only requires an extractor to pump out brine, let the water evaporate, and then process the remainder to create pure lithium. What do you think of the article?

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Converting Oil Shale to Gasoline via Alberta Taciuk Processor Results in Full Fuel Cycle GHG Emissions 1.5-1.75 Larger Than From Conventionally Produced Gasoline

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The largest global oil shale deposits—estimated to be equivalent to 1,500 Gbbl oil equivalent—are found in the Green River formation of Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming. The ATP retort has lower water requirements than previous surface retort designs, and can also utilize fine particles, thus reducing shale waste. Credit: ACS. Brandt, 2009.

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The Story Behind Pixar’s RenderMan CGI Software

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RenderMan, a project launched by computer graphics pioneer Edwin Catmull , is behind much of today’s computer-generated imagery and animation, including in the recent fan favorites Avatar: The Way of Water , The Mandalorian , and Nimona. headquarters. The ceremony is available to watch on demand. Hanrahan joined Pixar after its launch.

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America’s lithium laws fail to keep pace with rapid development – ET Auto

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states, legal experts, politicians, landowners, investors, royalty firms, industry executives and consultants. Clean Water Act gives Washington regulatory power over water extraction and reinjection across the country, state officials have autonomy to govern other parts of the process. While the 1972 U.S.