Graphite plays a crucial role in the worldwide transition to clean energy. The mineral is used in a range of technologies, such as the lithium-ion batteries that power electric vehicles and energy storage systems. As global electrification takes off, demand for these batteries is projected to increase fivefold by 2050. Consequently, the demand for graphite will also escalate, putting the U.S. supply chain at risk.
In response to this situation, scientists led by Jennifer Dunn at Northwestern Univ. have completed the first analysis that traces the lifecycle of graphite usage in the U.S. It utilizes what is called a material flow analysis (MFA) to systematically track graphite from the start to the end of its supply chain. The findings could help create a more circular economy for one of the most essential minerals in clean energy technology...
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