Protests against lithium exploitation in Covas do Barroso are repeating this Wednesday

Protests against lithium exploration in Covas do Barroso continue, with locals opposing Savannah's mining activities. They argue that their way of life is at stake and express concerns about environmental impacts, particularly on water resources. The protests, led by the Association Unidos em Defesa de Covas do Barroso, highlight community rights against the government's administrative servitude granted to Savannah. Despite the company's claims of following a set schedule, locals remain determined to resist the project, citing long-standing opposition and environmental worries.