The USGS reports 2.3 million metric tons of economically recoverable lithium in Appalachia, enough for 328 years of imports. This discovery could significantly reduce U.S. dependency on foreign lithium sources and support the production of 130 million electric vehicles. The deposits are primarily located in the southern and northern Appalachians, with the southern region holding approximately 1.43 million metric tons.
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