Tesla’s German factory is putting pressure on local water supplies, and the company will start production of its Model Y electric car a few months later than Musk planned.
Wasserverband Strauss-Erkner said on Thursday that the region’s water reserves had been completely depleted, adding that without additional mining permits, there would be no There may be further commercial and industrial development plans.
It is understood that Tesla built Tesla’s factory in Brandenburg state. Brandenburg’s economy minister said that while there is enough water in the first phase of the plant, more will be needed as Tesla expands.
Tesla reportedly received approval for the project earlier this month and said it expects to receive an operating license within a few weeks.