Graphene’s journey from hype to prime time, and harvesting lithium from briny water
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Innovations in Lithium Extraction
This chapter explores various methods of lithium extraction, comparing hard rock mining with brine extraction while emphasizing the environmental impacts of both. It discusses innovative technologies for direct lithium extraction and their potential to enhance efficiency and reduce ecological harm, particularly in arid regions. The chapter also addresses the challenges of lithium recycling and its vital role in creating a sustainable circular economy for clean energy.
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