As we look to switch from non-renewable sources like oil to battery. This means there is a need to become more self-sufficient on Lithium Production. Below is the periodic table, and the net import reliance (% of apparent consumption). Please take note of the abbreviation Li which is the atomic number of 3. This is quite important in battery production for vehicles. Most Lithium currently is imported from South America and Australia. Please see the qualifiers below:
