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Lithium's 'Gold Rush' Moment

Demand for critical minerals that make up EV batteries is on the rise. As companies scramble to find available lithium, eyes turn to new mines opening up around the world. Take a look at where the industry stands and why more mining is needed to meet our climate goals. Plus, why countries are eager to claim their stake in order to reduce China's monopoly on this "white gold."

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    Lithium Mining In Demand, But Can It Keep Up?

    Electric-car demand pushes lithium prices to records
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    Electric-car demand pushes lithium prices to records

    Surging prices for lithium are intensifying a race between automakers to lock up supplies and raising concerns that a shortage of the battery metal could slow the adoption of electric vehicles. Lithium carbonate prices in China, the benchmark in the fast-growing market, stand at about $71,000 a …

    What does sustainable lithium mining look like?
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    What does sustainable lithium mining look like?

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    Electrek - Michelle Lewis

    Lithium is a vital component of EV batteries, and Winnipeg, Canada-headquartered Snow Lake Lithium says it’s committed to operating a fully renewable and sustainable lithium mine. What does that mean? Sustainable lithium mining in North America North America is home to just one active lithium mine, …

    Easing Dependency on China

    The world can’t wean itself off Chinese lithium
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    The world can’t wean itself off Chinese lithium

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