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"White Gold" Discovery In California Is Enough To Power 375 Million Electric Vehicles

14 Jun 2024 | Abstracted from The Brighter Side

"According to a recent U.S. Department of Energy report, this area holds a treasure trove of lithium - enough to power over 375 million electric vehicle (EV) batteries. This is more than the total number of vehicles currently on U.S. roads

"The Salton Sea's lithium is found in geothermal brine, a hot, mineral-rich water that lies beneath the surface. This type of lithium extraction is considered less damaging to the environment..."

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