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Ford, VW, Volvo, Tesla turn to blockchain tracking to ensure responsible sourcing for EV batteries

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Blockchain technology aims to help automakers be certain their battery materials are coming from ethically responsible locations. (BLOOMBERG)
December 06, 2021 05:00 AM

Automakers and suppliers say it's vital that the cobalt, lithium, copper and other materials used in electric vehicle batteries are sourced responsibly, and they are turning to blockchain technology to ensure that happens.

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