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Europe is shifting towards geothermal lithium extraction to mitigate the environmental impact of traditional mining, utilizing Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) technology in regions like Rhineland-Palatinate and Cornwall. Vulcan Energy has reported a 95% recovery rate from brine in Germany, aiming to produce 24,000 tons of lithium annually for electric vehicles, while other companies like Neptune Energy and Cornish Lithium are also exploring similar methods. A recent study highlights significant lithium reserves in Germany, although commercial viability remains uncertain for some emerging projects.