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EPISODE · Apr 16, 2026 · 58 MIN

From EVs to data centres: the growing demand for lithium | The Next Big Thing

from The Next Big Thing: A Megatrends Podcast · host WisdomTree

Lithium sits at the heart of the energy transition, but the story is evolving.In this episode of The Next Big Thing, Mobeen Tahir and Christopher Gannatti are joined by Ana Cabral, CEO of Sigma Lithium, to explore the shifting dynamics of the lithium market. From electric vehicles to data centres, they discuss how new sources of demand are reshaping the outlook for lithium.They also dive into cost discipline, sustainable mining, and how Sigma Lithium has built one of the lowest-cost and most environmentally focused operations in the industry. From supply challenges to long-term demand trends, this conversation goes beyond prices to uncover what really drives the lithium market.

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