“Dead Batteries Still Hold Power”: The US Eyes Billions in Lithium as Nations Clash Over Resources

IN A NUTSHELL 🔋 Researchers highlight the untapped potential of recycling discarded lithium batteries to access valuable materials like lithium, nickel, and cobalt. 🌍 Recycling processes produce up to 61% less carbon emissions and use 83% less energy compared to traditional mining. 📈 The global market for lithium-ion batteries is expected to grow by 13% … Continue reading “Dead Batteries Still Hold Power”: The US Eyes Billions in Lithium as Nations Clash Over Resources