This method produces high-purity lithium carbonate or hydroxide, which are key elements in the production of batteries and other energy storage devices.

“SLB’s demonstration plant in Clayton Valley proves our unique integrated approach to produce scalable quantities of lithium in the fastest, most economical and sustainable way for today’s market. This accelerates deployment of viable commercial-scale facilities for high-quality lithium products that are the backbone of our electrification economy,” Rennick said.