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Contrary to many predictions, so much new lithium is being mined there is a global glut and falling prices. (www.mining.com)

submitted 1 year ago by Lugh to c/futurology

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[–] SquishyPandaDev@yiffit.net 7 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Just don't ask how it gets mined

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[–] JohnDClay@sh.itjust.works 5 points 1 year ago

Lithium is surface mined from dried lake beds and oceans right? Big equipment pulls off the top layer of salt and soil from the ground? Cobalt is the one with open pit mines, horrible working conditions, and health concerns.

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