What are the social and environmental costs of the race for critical minerals? Minerals like cobalt, lithium, and nickel are crucial for the development of new technology, including clean energy. But mining and refining them can be hugely polluting and water intensive – with a risk of deforesta...

Source: [France24](https://www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/people-profit/20260611-race-for-critical-minerals-the-social-and-environmental-trade-off)

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