Lithium shortages could hit by 2028 as EV demand surges
Electrek • 3/4/2026
Summary
Global lithium demand could exceed 13 million tonnes by 2050 if clean energy initiatives accelerate, according to Wood Mackenzie’s Energy Transition Outlook for Lithium. The report warns that without significant new investment, lithium shortages may begin as early as 2028.
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