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“Cobalt Red”: Smartphones & Electric Cars Rely on Toxic Mineral Mined in Congo by Children
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One of many reasons why electric vehicles aren't going to replace combustion engine vehicles any time soon. #biofuel
All cars should be taken off the road.
Tell me you've only lived in cities without telling me you've only lived in cities.
The closest city is 15 miles away from me. I do drive, though I've actually commuted by bike a few dozen times (thank goodness for ebikes!)
All cars should be taken off the road, and furthermore, everyone should live in dense housing in the city. I wish I didn't live in the middle of nowhere, it's extremely inefficient and a terrible use of resources.