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The projected surge in raw material demand is significant but not indefinite. As battery recycling becomes more efficient, the need for new raw material extraction will decline, further easing supply concerns. The white paper stresses that current extraction and processing rates could be optimized to meet future needs, promoting a cyclical approach to resource use.
This sustainable approach aligns with Tesla's broader strategy of cost reduction and efficiency—reflected in the ongoing price reductions of the Model 3 and Model Y—while advancing toward a future where clean energy and reduced costs go hand-in-hand.