Europe’s lithium rush leaves mineral-rich communities in the dark

Local residents are seeking more information and want stronger guarantees that mining won’t harm the nature on which their incomes depend
Europe's lithium projects - The valley of Valdeflores sits on top of Europe's second-largest hardrock lithium deposit, here seen from the mountain locals refer to as "La Montaña", Cáceres, Spain, Dec 10, 2024.
The valley of Valdeflores sits on top of Europe's second-largest hardrock lithium deposit, here seen from the mountain locals refer to as "La Montaña", Cáceres, Spain, Dec 10, 2024. (Photo: Natalie Donback)

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