I was always under the impression that there was more of an "up-front" cost, but it would pay itself back 3-5 years later. The whole point of an EV in my mind is that the power generation is done somewhere else where it can be more efficient (nuclear/solar/better filtering on coal/whatever). The batteries are an issue, but it's no different than any other toxic material, it just needs to be handled and disposed of/stored correctly. I don't think the humanitarian issues are an issue with the technology, they are an issue with the companies/greed which is something completely separate from the concept of an EV. But yes, I agree that the current EVs aren't super "green" because the companies producing them aren't focusing on that.,(reply>), You want things disposed of properly and no greed? You'll have to pay out of your pocket. Regulations and good wages are exactly why companies go abroad to supply you with the things you want at a good price.,(reply>), LOL - Ya think? 😂