Environmentalists oppose graphite mine despite renewable energy needs
Summary: Environmentalists in Duhamel, Quebec, oppose a proposed graphite mine by Lomiko Metals, despite its potential to support Canada’s transition to renewable energy. Graphite, essential for electric vehicle batteries, is among six critical minerals prioritized by the Canadian government. The U.S. Defense Department has invested $8.4 million in the project, while local residents express concerns over environmental disruption and the mine's impact on their tourism-based economy.
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