According to the US Department of Energy, the Salton Sea contains one of the largest deposits of lithium worldwide: enough to make over 375 million electric vehicle batteries. Extracting this mineral has the potential to transform the Imperial Valley - a transborder region that faces climate extremes and has among the highest poverty rates in the nation - into a thriving hub for sustainable transportation and tech manufacturing. How can local residents, industry, and government entities prioritize environmental justice during this once-in-forever opportunity for economic revitalization?