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The EV Transition Explained: Reshaping Labor Markets

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An obvious example involves the making of millions of EV batteries. needs over 100 battery cell manufacturing locations by 2035” to meet the projected EV demand. Currently, 15 battery factories are in operation or will be within five years. Of course, more EV battery factories creates more demand for raw materials.

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Electric-Car Fans Rally Around the Volt - Green Inc. Blog - NYTimes.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Electric car proponents at The California Cars Initiative believe the task force was unduly influenced by “plug-in skeptics” at the Boston Consulting Group , which is under government contract to provide input on the prospects for G.M. Sure, it can handle most commutes on the battery, but who commutes in this?

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