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California Has Enough Lithium Reserves To Power Over 300 Million EV Batteries | But lawsuits against the local county and environmental challenges loom large.
The U.S. Department of Energy said the lithium reserves in the Salton Sea provide a "once-in-a-generation-opportunity."
But there are some lingering concerns, like the environmental risks possibly outweighing any economic benefits, and how industrializing the region could upend the lives of local and indigenous communities. Moreover, Imperial County residents are concerned that lithium mining can exacerbate the environmental issues in the region—the toxic dust from the area can cause respiratory ailments. The video is worth watching in full, as it explains the bumpy road that lies ahead before California can become a mass producer of the “white gold.”
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