EVs Aren't Green Enough

Asheville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

Electric cars may be the future, but their rise hides a darker truth: the minerals powering them often come from regions plagued by child labor and human rights abuses. Beyond the sourcing, manufacturing pollution and end-of-life battery disposal add layers of environmental cost. While some demand ethical transparency, others prioritize EVs’ long-term climate benefits. Yet innovation is underway—scientists and manufacturers are racing to develop greener batteries and smarter recycling. This episode reminds us that true progress demands looking beyond the glossy surface to the full human and…