On this bonus episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Susan Frey, who is the spokesperson for the Thacker Pass Working Group. Her group has been fighting for environmental justice in the face of a large lithium mine being developed in her rural community in Nevada. There are so many issues that she touched on in our conversation: drilling, mineral rights, green energy, environmental injustice, (lack of) community engagement. Mining is a big issue in the western part of the United States, particularly in Nevada.

It was a fascinating discussion. Listen and learn about the process and perils of mining in the West. Enjoy our conversation!

Resources:
Lithium mining put rural and indigenous communities at the center of the energy transition
Mining for Clean Energy Could Undermine Biden’s Environmental Justice Goals
Harmful mining operations throughout Nevada
Environmental issues associated with nearby mines

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