
Will lithium mining dry up the West?
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Challenges and Investigations in Lithium Mining
The chapter dives into the current challenges facing the lithium market, including falling prices and oversupply due to a slowdown in electric vehicle demand. It explores the investigative efforts of a team from the Howard Center for Investigative Journalism at Arizona State University, uncovering multiple lithium mining projects and the potential impact on Western aquifers. Discussions also highlight the importance of domestic lithium development and the partnership between Lithium Americas and General Motors in the US.
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