Mining Here and Elsewhere: Who Has to Sacrifice? Author Talk, Local Panel and Community Conversation — Minneapolis, Nov 7, 2026

Nov 7, 2026 · Minneapolis, MN. Will a green energy system mean a cleaner, healthier planet? It depends. All energy – even wind, solar, and e-cars –requires mining: cobalt, lithium,…

When: Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM (Minnesota time)

Where: Minneapolis Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis

Will a green energy system mean a cleaner, healthier planet? It depends. All energy – even wind, solar, and e-cars –requires mining: cobalt, lithium, copper, aluminum, rare earth elements. Where do these minerals come from, and what are the effects of mining on the earth and its inhabitants? Come ex