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FROM CONGO TO YOUR SMARTPHONE: THE HIDDEN COST OF BATTERY LIFE

  • World Affairs Council of Philadelphia 1617 John F Kennedy Boulevard Philadelphia, PA, 19103 United States (map)

Join HUC and the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia for an eye-opening conversation with Nicolas Niarchos on the true cost of the minerals powering our phones and clean-energy future. Discover the hidden stories behind the global race for cobalt, lithium, and other resources shaping our world. Click here for details and to register.

Have you ever wondered what’s actually inside your phone’s battery or what powers the rapid rise of electric vehicles? Join us for a conversation with Nicolas Niarchos as he uncovers the hidden story behind the global hunt for cobalt, lithium, and other essential minerals—revealing the human, environmental, and geopolitical realities driving our clean-energy future.

This event is ideal for anyone interested in global affairs, sustainability, technology, or the human impact behind the clean-energy transition—from curious citizens to professionals working in policy, business, or international development.

Light refreshments will be provided.

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