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Is a proposed lithium mine in Serbia a threat to the environment?

A proposed lithium mine in Serbia is spurring protests over its potential impact on the environment. The mineral is in high demand because it’s crucial for the batteries that run electric vehicles.

Why are people protesting a lithium mine in Serbia?

Thousands filled the streets of the Serbian capital Belgrade on Saturday to protest plans to mine one of Europe’s largest deposits of lithium. Lithium is a crucial material for electric car batteries. STEVE INSKEEP, HOST: Think of this as a NIMBY story - Not In My Backyard.

Who makes lithium batteries in Europe?

They included Mercedes-Benz and Stellantis, who between them account for almost a quarter of all car sales in Europe. Representatives of lithium battery-makers also looked on as Serbia and the EU signed an agreement to establish a “strategic partnership on sustainable raw materials, battery production chains and electric vehicles”.

Will Serbia meet Europe's lithium demand?

The Serbian government said it aims to meet at least 20% of Europe’s lithium demand. For Europe's green transformation, the prospect of a huge lithium supply in the heart of the continent would be a huge relief. Most of the lithium Europe uses currently comes from Asia and South America.

Will Serbia become the first European country with lithium?

Maros Sefcovic said that would mean Serbia would become the first European country with “the whole value chain from lithium down to the electric vehicles built here in Serbia”. Opposition parties remain unconvinced by the president’s environmental guarantees. They never believed the lithium mine had been scrapped for good.

Will Serbia's 'lithium deal' be a green Boon?

Serbia's "lithium deal" is coming back as part of an initiative that officials in Brussels, Belgrade and Berlin hope will be a huge green boon for the continent. A rather sudden and under-the-radar meeting took place in Serbia's capital last week.