Rethinking the Lithium Cycle: Emerging Challenges and New Potentials Abstract: Since 2010, global lithium consumption has surged dramatically, driven primarily by the rise of high-tech devices-such as smartphones and laptops-as well as Li-ion batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Current lithium usage now far exceeds its natural riverine flux to the oceans, while [...]
Title: Minerals in question, resources essential to our society Since the dawn of humanity, rocks and minerals have been essential to the development of civilisations. In the 21st century, mankind seems to be totally dependent on minerals. The world of modern technology is increasing our need for rare earths and metals, as well as for metals we know [...]
Tilte: Stable isotopes for tracing water cycle pathways and fluxes in a changing climate Abstract: In a context of increasing climate variability, where intensifying hydrological extremes combine with growing pressure on water resources, understanding water cycle dynamics is more crucial than ever - particularly in tropical Africa. Stable isotopes of water provide a unique perspective [...]
