Potential key to clean energy future found at site of past environmental disasters

California’s Salton Sea is a man-made lake that was accidentally created in the early 20th century. Recently, it’s fallen victim to drought and pollution. Now, it might have a new future: The arid land around the lake is expected to hold a vast supply of lithium, the resource used to make batteries for electric cars. John Blackstone has more. “CBS Saturday Morning“ co-hosts Jeff Glor, Michelle Miller and Dana Jacobson deliver two hours of original reporting and breaking news, as well as profiles of leading figures in culture and the arts. Watch “CBS Saturday Morning“ at 7 a.m. ET on CBS and 8 a.m. ET on the CBS News app. Subscribe to “CBS Mornings“ on YouTube: Watch CBS News: Download the CBS News app: Follow “CBS Mornings“ on Instagram: Like “CBS Mornings“ on Facebook: Follow “CBS Mornings“ on Twitter: Subscribe to our newsletter: Try Paramount free: For video licensing inquiries, contact: licensing@