How USA’s $1,500,000,000,000 lithium deposit could boost America amid China threat and Tesla drop
A massive lithium deposit discovered in Oregon and Nevada’s McDermitt Caldera—worth an estimated $1.5 trillion—could transform the U.S. economy and clean energy sector. As the world’s largest known lithium reserve, it may reduce America’s reliance on foreign suppliers like China, particularly for electric vehicle batteries, grid storage, and consumer electronics. Tesla and other EV manufacturers could benefit significantly, while boosting domestic renewable energy infrastructure.
However, environmental and cultural concerns loom. Indigenous tribes oppose mining on sacred land, and conservationists warn of risks to local wildlife, including the declining sage-grouse population. While the project promises economic growth and energy independence, balancing industrial development with ecological and cultural preservation remains a critical challenge.
