Lithium Mining in Serbia

SOURCE www.npr.org
The world needs lithium for a lower carbon future, but extracting it can cause environmental damage. A proposed lithium mine in Serbia is causing social unrest.

Key Points

  • Lithium is a key component for batteries in electric vehicles
  • The demand for lithium is increasing due to the shift towards sustainable energy
  • Environmental concerns and social impacts are key factors in lithium extraction

Pros

  • Lithium is crucial for transitioning to a lower carbon future
  • Lithium is essential for batteries used in electric vehicles

Cons

  • Extracting lithium can lead to significant environmental damage
  • Proposed lithium mine in Serbia is causing social unrest