Appalachian Mountains Hold Lithium Reserves to Replace U.S. Imports for 328 Years
The United States has been importing thousands of tons of lithium annually, with over 4,000 tons flowing into the country in 2025 alone—meeting more than half of American demand. This figure rose from 3,300 tons in 2024 and 3,700 tons in 2023. Global lithium production has grown steadily, increasing by 31% in 2025 compared to…