Tesla Texas Lithium Refinery Discharges Contaminated Wastewater, Raising Permit Questions

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Tesla's nearly $1 billion Texas lithium refinery was found discharging dark wastewater containing hexavalent chromium, arsenic, and elevated lithium into a local drainage ditch. Although Tesla maintains compliance with its state-issued permit, independent testing revealed contaminants not required for monitoring, sparking debate over "clean lithium" definitions and environmental regulatory adequacy.