The scramble for rare earths, part 1
The Documentary Podcast
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The Problem With Lithium Mining in Portugal
Lithium is really important for the green transition because it can store a lot of energy. But there's a problem with lithium extraction and processing, says Dr Julie Klinger. She argues that local communities should not be forced to give up their livelihoods in exchange for mining profits. Chile's Atacama desert boasts possibly the largest reserves of lithium in the world.
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