The Race for Critical Minerals
The global scramble for lithium, cobalt, and nickel is reshaping geopolitics, industry, and the communities caught at the center of the modern rush for critical minerals. Who wins? Who loses?
About the Film
From frontier outpost to vibrant modern hub, Lexington, Kentucky is a city shaped by deliberate choices—by both its leaders and its people. Today, it stands as a model for how holistic, community-driven policymaking can nurture civic health, strengthen the economy, and honor a city’s history. "Blueprint in the Bluegrass" is part of our six-episode series spotlighting democratic and societal resilience in cities across Europe and the United States, presented in collaboration with the GMF Cities program.