Ford's Electric Pickup Is Built From Metal That's Damaging the Amazon

The video discusses the complexities of Ford's aluminum supply chain, highlighting environmental concerns related to bauxite mining in the Amazon. It explains how aluminum used in Ford vehicles is traced back to its origins, detailing the pollution and legal actions surrounding the mining and refining processes. The video emphasizes the challenges in ensuring ethical supply chains and the environmental impact of bauxite mining and refining.

What is the main environmental concern raised by the local communities near the North Hydro refinery in Brazil?

• Noise pollution

• Water contamination

• Air pollution

• Deforestation

What makes tracing supply chains particularly challenging for companies like Ford?

• High costs

• Lack of technology

• Limited resources

• Complexity and non-transparency

Where does the bauxite used in Ford's aluminum supply chain originate?

• Brazil

• Canada

• China

• Australia

What is the primary environmental impact of bauxite mining in the Amazon?

• Soil erosion

• Water pollution

• Air pollution

• Loss of biodiversity

What is the process called that transforms bauxite into alumina?

• Refining

• Smelting

• Electrolysis

• Calcination