In the dry expanses of Central Nevada, Nyle Pennington, a seasoned hydrologist, sounds the alarm about the impact of the burgeoning lithium mining industry on water sources. At the nation’s only active lithium mine, owned by Albemarle, groundwater levels are plummeting due to the massive water requirements of lithium extraction. The lithium boom, spurred by… Continue reading Lithium Kills
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Mining Culture
In the pursuit of appearing environmentally conscious, corporations are shamelessly capitalizing on Indigenous communities, leveraging their cultural heritage and deep connection to the land. This insidious practice, known as greenwashing, allows companies to mask their unsustainable practices while profiting from tax loopholes and public goodwill. The commodification of Indigenous knowledge and spirituality lies at the… Continue reading Mining Culture
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