As the world looks at ways to transition from fossil fuels to renewable sources of energy, there are new challenges to overcome. Case in point: cobalt. This natural mineral is used in the production of lithium-ion batteries. Its value has soared in recent years, in response to higher demand for technological devices, and, in particular, electric vehicles. However, cobalt mining poses its own challenges.
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