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production, deepening the negative environmental and social impacts of lithium mining in the Salar del Hombre Muerto and impact communities living in the territory. Although it is a Category A project, many of the environmental and social impacts and risks are not being properly analyzed and addressed, thus, the IFC is underestimating
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Extraction from brines involves the depletion of water resources and risks to local ecosystems. In response to these environmental challenges, this study explores innovative …
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Environmental impacts of the production of lithium-ion traction batteries using and recycled materials: (a) global warming potential, (b) cumulative energy demand, (c) abiotic resource depletion, and (d) human toxicity potential. HRT: Using recycled materials by hydrometallurgical technology. DRT: Using recycled materials by direct ...
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analysis's are made "cradle-to-gate" which means they are analysing the impact from material extraction to when the battery is ready for sale. In only a few cases has recycling been analysed and included in the ... embedded climate impact of lithium-ion batteries there is an unanimous view of which main variables to use which primarily ...
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The global demand for lithium is expected to increase up to 450% by 2050, driven by the increased production of lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) [1,4]. Consequently, the environmental impacts associated with the extraction and production of raw metals, like lithium, will increase.
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Lithium is a critical raw material for the energy transition and the salar brine deposits of South America host ∼70% of global resources. However, there are concerns regarding water use, and the associated impacts, of lithium production from these deposits.
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The research uncovers the devastating consequences of lithium extraction on the environment, including water pollution, land degradation, air pollution, and severe health impacts on local communities.
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32 A notable example of the impact of evaporative technology used in lithium mining is the Salar de Atacama mines of Chile that upended the local farming community by consuming 65% of water ...
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Both the direct and indirect impacts of renewable energy must be examined to ensure that a climate-smart future does not intensify social and environmental harm. As renewable energy production requires land, water, and labor, among other inputs, it imposes costs on people and the environment. ... copper, lithium,[and] rare earth minerals ...
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The growing demand for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) in smartphones, electric vehicles (EVs), and other energy storage devices should be correlated with their environmental impacts from production to usage and recycling. As the use of LIBs grows, so does the number of waste LIBs, demanding a recycling procedure as a sustainable resource and safer for the …
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Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) has emerged as an alternative that bypasses lengthy evaporation processes to produce lithium from brine sources. This study scrutinizes …
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Evaporitic technology for lithium mining from brines has been questioned for its intensive water use, protracted duration and exclusive application to continental brines. In this Review, we analyse the environmental impacts of evaporitic and alternative technologies, collectively known as direct lithium extraction (DLE), for lithium mining, focusing on requirements for fresh water, …
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processing and the dewatering of mines. Lithium and copper production, in particular, require large amounts of water, while around half of the global lithium and copper production is concentrated in areas that are already under high water stress. Regarding water pollution, the main drivers are inadequate waste management and land rehabilitation.
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Trace elements like lithium will have double-edged effects on human health (Fig. 4). ... In addition, the selective extraction of lithium from basin sediments and basement rocks by geothermal fluids may also contribute (Hickson and Coolbaugh, 2017). Lithium brine deposits are formed by evaporation of a brine (with more than 3.5% salt) in closed ...
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The extraction process requires significant water, potentially depleting local water resources. Implementing water recycling and conservation measures and exploring alternative lithium sources can help mitigate the impact of lithium extraction on water scarcity. What are some potential alternatives to traditional lithium extraction?
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Investigating greenhouse gas emissions and environmental impacts from the production of lithium-ion batteries in China. Author links open overlay panel Xin Lai a, Huanghui Gu a, Quanwei Chen a, ... Scope 1 is the indirect emissions caused by energy consumption, which is easy to calculate. Scope 2 refers to indirect emissions caused by resource ...
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The impacts of lithium extraction in any location will likely depend on several factors, including the methods and technology used, the size of the project, and the ecological and hydrological conditions specific to the extraction site. Negative impacts of lithium extraction have been documented in studies from South America, where brine ...
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Although we are aware of the limits of our analysis, given the reduced availability of data and diffuse nature of studies, 1 this paper aims to contribute to the advancement of knowledge on the impacts of lithium extraction. Through a review of existing research and a new insight into the topic, we hope to offer some basis of reflection to support possible public and …
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In this Review, we analyse the environmental impacts of evaporitic and alternative technologies, collectively known as direct lithium extraction (DLE), for lithium mining, focusing on requirements ...
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While only 1% of the global lithium supply is currently mined in the United States, there are large deposits of lithium-containing rocks, clays, and brines scattered across the country.
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Indirect prediction of remaining discharge energy of lithium-ion batteries: Looking into future complex non-constant temperature operating conditions ... predicted using the ampere-hour integral method. Subsequently, the predicted future current, SOC sequence, and the heat production rate equation coefficients, such as R and dOCV / dT that were ...
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Overall, hydrologic impacts from lithium extraction are a function of the lithium resource type (i.e., brine, clay, or rock), hydrologic and geologic conditions, and facility operations (i.e., scale of …
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Life cycle assessment (LCA) is a useful technology and method for evaluating the environmental impact of a product during its entire life cycle including the acquisition of raw materials, the production process, the use pathways, and disposal of the product (Chang et al., 2014).Different aspects including raw material demand, product yields, and waste disposal …
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The electrification transition will intensify the demand for lithium. The endowment in the Lithium Triangle is significant, and the expectations for the global supply are high in terms of ...
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The on-hand investigation revealed the imperative impact of lithium production, electricity usage, and economic globalization on the carbon footprints calculated in China. ... Moreover, economic globalization indicated direct and indirect impacts on environmental degradation through environmental technologies. Additionally, the study stated ...
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Decarbonizing the battery supply chain is crucial for promoting net-zero emissions and mitigating the environmental impacts of battery production across its lifecycle stages. The industry should ensure sustainable mining and responsible sourcing of raw materials used in batteries, such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel.
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The electrification transition will intensify the demand for lithium. The endowment in the Lithium Triangle is significant, and the expectations for the global supply are high in terms of resources and sustainability. In this paper, we investigate the impact of environmental, social and governance (ESG) challenges to the future of sustainable lithium extraction. We undertook a …
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This article describes the social and environmental implications of the increasing demand for lithium to produce lithium-ion batteries. This article investigates the socio-environmental impacts along lithium's life cycle, from …
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