Will Serbia Ban Lithium & Borate mining?

BELGRADE, Oct 7 (Reuters) - The Serbian parliament on Monday began debating an opposition proposal to ban lithium and borate mining and exploration, which would effectively put an end to a contested Rio Tinto (RIO.L) project in the west of the country.

Why is Serbia protesting against a lithium mine?

"Leave lithium and democracy to the Serbian people," said Savo Manojlovic, a leading organiser of the protests against the mine. Protestors also say the country is taking the biggest environmental risks with the mine for the sake of the EU's transition to a green economy.

Why did Europe and Serbia sign a lithium deal?

Belgrade (AFP) – The European Union and Serbia signed a deal Friday to develop the supply of lithium seen as a crucial building block to achieve Europe's transition to a green economy. Issued on: 19/07/2024 - 05:19 Modified: 19/07/2024 - 16:21

Will Serbia meet Europe's lithium demand?

The Serbian government said it aims to meet at least 20% of Europe’s lithium demand. For Europe's green transformation, the prospect of a huge lithium supply in the heart of the continent would be a huge relief. Most of the lithium Europe uses currently comes from Asia and South America.

Will Serbia's 'lithium deal' be a green Boon?

Serbia's "lithium deal" is coming back as part of an initiative that officials in Brussels, Belgrade and Berlin hope will be a huge green boon for the continent. A rather sudden and under-the-radar meeting took place in Serbia's capital last week.

Would a ban on electric cars hurt Serbia's economy?

She said a ban would be harmful for the economy as Serbia would lose investments, jobs and revenue from the project and potential production of batteries and electric cars.