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Los Angeles fire cleanup complicated by 'unprecedented' number of EVs with combustible lithium-ion batteries

California wildfire cleanup is complicated by highly combustible lithium-ion batteries found in electric and hybrid vehicles popular in Los Angeles County.

NBC Los Angeles on MSN · 1d

‘Unprecedented' number of lithium ion batteries complicates LA wildfires cleanup

What authorities described as one of the largest lithium-ion battery cleanups ever is underway in Los Angeles County neighborhoods destroyed by the Eaton and Palisades fires.

NBC News on MSN · 3d

In cleanup from California fires, lithium-ion batteries are a dangerous challenge

One of the biggest cleanup challenges from the Southern California fires is lithium-ion batteries, which can explode after damage or exposure to heat. The batteries are found in electric vehicles, which abounded in some burned neighborhoods, including Pacific Palisades.

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‘Starting to see more and more’: Concerns over lithium-ion battery fires

One Nation Chief of Staff James Ashby reacts to the ongoing string of fires which have been sparked by lithium-ion batteries.

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Police say burning Tesla battery prevented them from saving driver in fatal crash

Officers tried to get into the vehicle to save the driver, but "due to the intensity of the flames and heat, they were unable ...

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China urges citizens to trade in ‘old lithium e-bikes’ for newer lead acid electric bikes

In what might seem like a headscratcher, China is now urging its citizens to trade in their lithium-ion battery-based ...

Flame retardants in some batteries might be making fires worse

“Historically, flame retardant use to meet flammability standards has resulted in documented health risks without ...

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Humanity needs to diversify its lithium sources

The low-carbon transition needs batteries. And those need lithium. Fortunately, the metal is abundant, and science is getting ...

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China’s Surprising Shift from Lithium-Ion to Lead-Acid E-Bikes

In a surprising turn of events, China has begun urging its citizens to trade in their lithium-ion battery-powered electric ...

Tech’s ‘Three-Mile Island’ Moment: Lithium Battery Storage Catches Fire

This recent fire highlights not only the immediate environmental effects but also the long-term implications for the role of ...

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EV batteries can be risky in wildfires. Here’s what to know.

Battery fires and toxic gases can pose risks and further complicate cleanup efforts after a wildfire, presenting new ...

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Li-Cycle Partners with High-Performance, Luxury Electric Vehicle (EV) Manufacturer for Exclusive Recycling Agreement in Germany

Li-Cycle Holdings Corp. (NYSE: LICY) ("Li-Cycle" or the "Company"), a leading global lithium-ion battery resource recovery company, is pleased to partner with a major auto original equipment ...

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‘Horrifying’ fire at California lithium battery plant sparks calls for new clean energy rules

When a massive fire erupted at one of the world's largest lithium-ion battery storage facilities in Monterey County, it ...

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Major EV brand is planning for big battery discount — here's how it could slash the price of next-gen cars

"With battery prices this low, parity between new EVs and new gas cars will happen as soon as 2026." Major EV brand is ...

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