Science Aug 28 4 things to know about a new study on lithium and Alzheimer’s disease By Genesis Magpayo
Nation Aug 03 Watch 8:13 How the mineral mining boom endangers Indigenous communities worldwide Minerals extracted from the earth help power many of our devices, from computers to car batteries. But what about the communities whose land is at the center of acquiring these minerals? Ali Rogin reports on the fight between companies seeking… By Ali Rogin, Kaisha Young, Lana Green
Nation Jan 25 Watch 9:38 How demand for lithium batteries could drain America’s water resources The push towards a green, battery-powered future comes with a major tradeoff. Student reporters from the Howard Center for Investigative Journalism at Arizona State University discovered that increased mining for lithium inside the United States will stress freshwater aquifers. Caitlin… By Howard Center for Investigative Journalism at Arizona State University
Politics Feb 24 U.S. judge won’t block huge lithium mine on Nevada-Oregon line A federal judge has sided with the Biden administration and a mining company in a fight with environmentalists and tribal leaders trying to block a huge lithium mine in Nevada near the Oregon line. By Scott Sonner, Associated Press
Economy Oct 19 U.S. awards $2.8 billion in grants for electric vehicle batteries in 12 states The Biden administration on Wednesday awarded $2.8 billion in grants to build and expand domestic manufacturing of batteries for electric vehicles in 12 states. By Matthew Daly, Associated Press
Apr 30 Biden’s order to increase mining to power electric vehicles raises contamination concerns By Matthew Daly, Associated Press Biden’s action does not waive existing environmental and labor standards, nor does it address the years-long process needed to obtain a federal permit for a new mine. Continue reading
Mar 28 U.S. seeks new lithium sources as demand for clean energy grows By Patrick Whittle, Associated Press The element is critical to the development of lithium-ion batteries, which are rechargeable batteries seen as critical to reducing the carbon emissions created by cars and other forms of transportation. Continue reading
Feb 26 Watch 6:49 UK races to mine lithium as it focuses on electric energy, By Willem Marx As the global energy transition continues to promote electrification, governments around the world are looking to support businesses that can help them transform their economies, particularly transportation. In the UK, that means funding for all aspects of the electric ecosystem,… Continue watching
Jul 08 Watch 7:21 Companies race to mine lithium, a battery essential By Miles O'Brien The metal lithium has become integral to our daily lives, due to its essential role as a battery material in electronic devices. Over the next several decades, the rising popularity of electric vehicles is expected to mean the demand for… Continue watching
Feb 06 Column: How the backlash to globalization could hurt the middle class By Vikram Mansharamani A rapidly growing global middle class is generating rising demand for refrigerators, computers, air conditioners and smartphones. And thanks to globalization and trade, these power-hungry goods are accessible. But what happens if the backlash against free trade grows?… Continue reading