Conservation groups have asked a U.S. court to block federal approvals allowing Canadian mining company Rover Metals Corp. to explore parts of western Nevada for lithium, arguing drilling will permanently harm ecosystems endangered species rely upon.
motion for a preliminary injunction
The bureau's approvals allow Rover to drill at 30 locations where it hopes to find lithium, a key component to build electric vehicle batteries. A representative for Rover Metals, which is not named as a party to the lawsuit, didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.
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