Our Technology
Our sustainable, patented technology delivers faster, cost-effective lithium extraction with minimal environmental impact - we take it to the next level.
Discover our lithium extraction technology
Revolutionary Lithium Extraction Technology
At Lithium Harvest, we have combined our extraction and water treatment expertise to unlock a sustainable future for lithium and critical mineral production. Our Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) technology combined with advanced water treatment transforms produced water from oil and gas operations - once considered a costly waste stream - into a valuable resource. This advanced process not only reduces environmental impact but also maximizes resource and cost efficiency.
By recovering lithium and other critical minerals, our technology addresses two major challenges: sustainable resource recovery and responsible water management. Every water source is unique, and our team of experts with years of experience in industrial wastewater treatment has developed a solution that adapts to these variations, ensuring the highest lithium recovery rates with safe, efficient production.
With faster extraction, lower water usage, and reduced production costs, our direct lithium extraction solution provides a more sustainable and efficient alternative to traditional mining methods - taking lithium extraction to the next level.
The Environmental Challenges of Lithium Mining & Our Solution
Traditional lithium mining methods - such as hard rock mining and evaporation ponds - pose significant environmental and social concerns, including excessive water consumption, land destruction, and high carbon emissions. These processes deplete natural resources and often lead to habitat disruption and long-term ecological damage.
Our Solution
Lithium Harvest’s lithium extraction solution offers a cleaner, more sustainable alternative. By extracting lithium from produced water - an existing waste stream - we drastically reduce the need for new resource exploitation, minimizing environmental impact while maximizing resource efficiency and recovery.
From Waste to Value: Extracting Resources with Patented Solution
Revolutionizing produced water management – Lithium Harvest's patented Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) technology and advanced water treatment transforms a once costly byproduct into a valuable, multi-use resource.
Lithium Harvest utilizes its proprietary DLE technology in synergy with extensive water treatment expertise to unlock the hidden potential of produced water - a byproduct of oil and gas operations. By combining these cutting-edge approaches, we are redefining produced water management, turning what was once considered costly waste into a valuable resource with far-reaching economic and environmental benefits.
Our five-step process ensures efficient resource extraction and repurposing:
- Collection: Produced water is collected directly from wells or midstream companies, setting the foundation for its transformation.
- Filtration & Separation: Advanced filtration and separation removes solids, hydrocarbons, heavy metals, and other contaminants, ensuring the water is ready for enhanced treatment.
- Advanced Water Treatment: Using innovative, proven technologies, the purified water undergoes further treatment to meet stringent quality standards for resource extraction and production efficiency.
- Resource Extraction: Our process extracts critical minerals, including lithium, from the treated water, turning waste into a valuable resource while supporting the transition to green energy.
- Repurposing: Once treated and free from contaminants, the water can be repurposed for various sustainable uses, such as freshwater supply, industrial or agricultural applications, reservoir re-injection, or innovative sustainability-focused projects.
Through this comprehensive process, Lithium Harvest is at the forefront of transforming produced water into a dual asset, providing economic gains and sustainability benefits. Our innovative approach ensures the responsible use of water resources, supports the circular economy, and maximizes the recovery of critical minerals - driving a sustainable future for all stakeholders.
The Journey of Sustainable Lithium
Direct Lithium Extraction - But Different
Lithium Harvest's proprietary Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) utilizes state-of-the-art adsorption technology combined with advanced water treatment, revolutionizing lithium production by leveraging oil & gas wastewater as feedstock. Experience the pinnacle of innovation with Lithium Harvest, providing the market's quickest and most economical lithium mining technology on the market. Our process sets the global standard for sustainability in lithium extraction.
Lithium Harvest Solution |
DLE from Brine |
Lithium Harvest Advantage |
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| Feedstock | Produced water | Continental brine | No drilling permits needed |
| Project implementation time | 12-15 months | 5-7 years | No asset acquisition |
| System design | Modular and mobile | Mobile / stationary | Unique modular design |
| Water consumption | 20 million gallons | 80 million gallons | Water recycled for secondary reuse |
| CO₂ footprint | Neutral | 1.5 million kg | Offsets CO₂ footprint from wastewater |
| Average invested capital per 1,000 mt LCE | $18 million | $45 million | No land acquisition |
| Average cost per metric ton | $4,550 | $5,700 | Low energy technology |
Lithium Harvest Solution
DLE from Brine
Lithium Harvest Advantage
Technological Benchmark
Our innovation surges ahead of our competitors.
Lithium Harvest Solution |
DLE from Brine |
Solar Evaporation Brine Extraction |
Hard Rock Mining |
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| Feedstock | Produced water | Continental brine | Continental brine | Rock / spodumene |
| Project implementation time | 12-15 months | 5-7 years | 13-15 years | 8-10 years |
| Lithium carbonate production time | 2 hours | 2 hours | 2-3 years | 3-6 months |
| Lithium yield | >95% | 80-95% | 20-40% | 6-7% |
| Average footprint per 1,000 mt LCE | 1.4 acres | 1.4 acres | 65 acres | 115 acres |
| System design | Modular and mobile | Mobile / stationary | Stationary | Stationary |
| Environmental impact | Minimal | Minimal | Soil- and water contamination | Soil- and water contamination |
| Water consumption per 1,000 mt LCE | 20 million gallons | 80 million gallons | 550 million gallons | 250 million gallons |
| CO₂ footprint per 1,000 mt LCE | Neutral | 1.5 million kg | 5 million kg | 15 million kg |
Lithium Harvest Solution
DLE from Brine
Solar Evaporation Brine Extraction
Hard Rock Mining
Where Green Technology Drives Business Forward
Our innovative approach at Lithium Harvest sets a new standard in the lithium industry, surpassing traditional methods like DLE, hard rock mining, and brine solar evaporation.
Eco-Friendly Operations: Our low-pressure/energy technology leverages solar power, reducing carbon emissions significantly. With no need for transportation to secondary sites and offsetting carbon savings from water handling, we maintain a low environmental impact.
Compact Facility Design: Strategically co-located with water treatment facilities, our compact, modular design minimizes land use and protects natural habitats without ponds or pipelines.
Water Conservation Leader: We champion sustainability by recycling over 90% of the water used, ensuring no freshwater is consumed or polluted and with no additional waste product.
Cost Efficiency: Our on-site low-energy process cuts down CapEx and OpEx. No land or drilling rights purchases, fixed price feedstock, and a high-yield, automated facility translate into lower costs per tonne of lithium.
Speedy Implementation: No need for land acquisition and drilling permits and a modular and scalable plant design, enabling quick project rollouts and swift adaptation to market needs.
Lithium Harvest is not just about extracting lithium; it is about setting new sustainability and efficiency benchmarks in the industry.
Lithium Harvest vs. Traditional Lithium Mining
Fun Fact (That is Also a Little Alarming)
Did you know that traditional lithium mining methods use an enormous amount of water - enough to fill hundreds of Olympic-sized swimming pools - and pump out tons of CO₂ emissions into the atmosphere?
At Lithium Harvest, we do things differently. Our lithium extraction solution not only helps meet the growing demand for lithium for the green energy transition but also does so in a way that is much more environmentally friendly to the planet. Here is how we are making a big difference with every 1,000 metric tons of lithium carbonate produced:
- We save up to 15 million kilograms of CO₂ emissions – that is like taking thousands of cars off the road for an entire year!
- We conserve 500 million gallons of water - enough to fill over 750 Olympic-sized swimming pools!
Using produced water (a byproduct of oil and gas operations) as our source, we transform waste into value, ensuring that every ton of lithium we produce contributes to a cleaner, greener world. With Lithium Harvest, every drop counts, and every ton of lithium makes a positive impact.
A Win-Win Solution for the Lithium and Oil & Gas Industries
Lithium Harvest’s innovative technology bridges two vital industries - lithium and oil & gas - offering a sustainable, mutually beneficial solution. By transforming produced water into valuable lithium, we not only unlock new revenue streams for the oil & gas sector but also supply the lithium industry with high-quality, sustainably extracted resources. Our process ensures that both industries thrive in a greener, more efficient future, maximizing profits while minimizing environmental impact.
How Our Solution Benefits the Lithium Industry
Transform your lithium supply chain with Lithium Harvest - the pioneers of sustainable extraction. Our patented lithium extraction solution turns wastewater into battery-grade lithium, offering scalability, flexibility, and competitive pricing. Faster production, exceptional purity, and minimal environmental impact make us the ideal partner for the future of lithium.
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The Sustainable Edge
Lithium Harvest leads the way with one of the world's most sustainable lithium extraction methods. Our DLE technology transforms wastewater into high-purity lithium with up to a 99% smaller footprint and a 95% reduction in water consumption compared to traditional methods. Recycling over 90% of the water used, we reduce CO₂ emissions and help you lower the lifecycle impact of battery manufacturing by over 47%. Our lithium extraction rate exceeding 95% ensures optimal resource utilization.
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Faster, Flexible, & Scalable Production
Our process produces high-quality lithium in hours, not years, giving you the agility to respond quickly to market demands. Modular facility design and abundant feedstock enable rapid scaling, while our environmentally friendly approach eliminates the need for new exploration or extensive land use. By utilizing existing water sources, we significantly reduce the time and capital expenditure required for new projects. With no disruption to biodiversity or indigenous communities, our solution is the future of sustainable lithium mining.
Environmental responsibility remains a core focus at Lithium Harvest. Our proprietary technology operates within existing footprints, preserving habitats, biodiversity, and cultural sites. With no disruption to biodiversity or indigenous communities, our solution is the future of sustainable lithium mining.
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Competitive Pricing & High-Quality Products
With streamlined operations and advanced technology, Lithium Harvest offers premium lithium at competitive prices. Our battery-grade compounds meet the highest standards, ensuring consistency, purity, and reliability for the battery market.
How Our Solution Benefits the Oil & Gas Industry
Unlock the hidden value of your produced water with Lithium Harvest. Our patented technology not only generates new revenue streams but also repurposes options, driving sustainability, profitability, and compliance in produced water management.
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Waste-to-Value Technology
With over 20 years of water treatment expertise, our advanced process extracts critical minerals like lithium from produced water, transforming a costly byproduct into a revenue-generating resource. Seamlessly integrate sustainability into your operations while contributing to the green energy transition.
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Revenue Generation & Repurposing
Our technology opens new revenue streams by turning wastewater into a valuable resource. Repurpose treated water for industrial, agricultural, or reinjection uses, reducing strain on disposal infrastructure and maximizing resource utilization. Make water management economically viable and environmentally sustainable.
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Regulatory Compliance & Social Responsibility
Meet and exceed regulatory standards while demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental responsibility. Gain the trust and support of stakeholders, solidifying your position as a responsible player in the oil and gas industry.
Elevating Lithium Extraction: Expertise That Drives Innovation
At Lithium Harvest, we are more than just a technology provider - we are a full-scale lithium extraction company. We design, build, own, and operate lithium extraction plants, leveraging over 20 years of water treatment engineering and process design expertise. Our team's extensive industry knowledge and hands-on experience guarantee the highest efficiency and success in extracting lithium from produced water.
We have established proven partnerships with industry leaders, including collaborations with partners already producing over 70,000 tons of lithium carbonate annually. Through innovative, reliable technologies, we offer a complete solution for transforming produced water into valuable, revenue-generating resources - fueling the green energy transition.
But we go beyond standard water treatment. As experts in industrial wastewater, separation, and extraction, we specialize in maximizing the value of critical metals and minerals. Our advanced process turns waste streams into long-term, profitable opportunities while adhering to the highest sustainability standards.
We offer tailored business scenarios that foster joint growth, ensuring our partnerships are designed for shared success and long-term value creation.
Partner with Lithium Harvest and you will work with a company that delivers complete solutions - from design to operation - and helps you unlock continuous revenue streams while managing resources responsibly.
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