Yeruwelle de Rouen

How many lives did your laptop cost?

Have you ever wondered why cobalt is an important word [and element] in our day-to-day lives? Cobalt just happens to be a crucial component in the production of rechargeable batteries used in all electronic devices in the world. This includes your personal smartphones/laptop/Ipad, the hand blender, the portable light, and any other device you regularly recharge and reuse. . This very essential mineral to modern, western life has come under increased scrutiny in recent years due to horrific working conditions within the cobalt mines, the harm it causes human health, and the lack of accountability from those who profit from the harm.