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Transition Metals Supply: ESG Risks in Lithium, Nickel, and Cobalt Extraction
Jeffrey Bardzell 18 January 2026 0 Comments

Transition Metals Supply: ESG Risks in Lithium, Nickel, and Cobalt Extraction

Lithium, nickel, and cobalt power the energy transition-but their extraction carries severe ESG risks: water depletion, child labor, and carbon emissions. This is what’s really behind your EV battery.