The Importance of Environmental Stewardship in Developing Lithium Resources at the Salton Sea

<p>With global demand for lithium skyrocketing to power electric vehicles and energy storage, proposals have emerged to harvest this coveted metal from geothermal brine beneath California&rsquo;s Salton Sea. Home to massive untapped lithium deposits, the region sees lithium extraction as an economic lifeline.</p> <p>However, living alongside the already troubled Salton Sea, surrounding communities rightfully insist their wellbeing and the lake&rsquo;s long term restoration not be compromised. In this article, I explore local perspectives on the lithium opportunity and what responsible development requires to balance multiple priorities at this unique site.</p> <p><a href="https://thelaymanspeaks.medium.com/the-importance-of-environmental-stewardship-in-developing-lithium-resources-at-the-salton-sea-042f41a7403a"><strong>Read More</strong></a></p>
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