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200905 https://hdl.handle.net/2286/R.2.N.200905 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0 2025-05 25 pages Zehtab, Charles Lewis, John Moore, James Barrett, The Honors College Computer Science and Engineering Program Dean, W.P. Carey School of Business Electrical Engineering Program This project dives into the rise of electric vehicles and questions their sustainability solutions for the future, addressing first the technological challenges faced (lithium mining, battery technology, and electrical infrastructure), followed by how electric vehicles can become economically feasible. While they are often praised for lowering fossil fuel emissions and promoting clean energy, hidden environmental costs and infrastructure challenges expose a more complex reality. The project takes a deeper look beyond the surface excitement, questioning what sacrifices are being made to push this technology forward. Throughout this project it is emphasized that there is no need to just build innovative solutions, but responsible ones that are sustainable and will truly protect our planet earth. Electric Vehicles Sustainability Environment Beyond the Battery: Engineering and Business Innovations Powering EVs