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The Thacker Pass lithium mine in northern Nevada is projected to produce 40,000 tons of lithium annually by 2027, significantly increasing US electric vehicle supply. Developed by Lithium Americas, the $3 billion project has raised concerns among Indigenous tribes over sacred land and environmental impact.

The current sole US lithium production in Esmeralda County is approximately 5,000 tons. Nevada's government sees the project as crucial for diversifying the economy, with over 9,000 jobs linked to the lithium supply chain. While the local administration has negotiated community benefits with Lithium Americas, opposition continues regarding the project's impact on Indigenous lands and health.