Turning
Waste Into Sustainability
Forget everything you know about lithium mining - our breakthrough process turns wastewater into high-purity lithium and real sustainability gains.
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Fueling Greener Lives
In our bustling cities and serene countryside, a quiet revolution is reshaping our world for the better. At Lithium Harvest, we drive this transformation with one powerful idea: "Fueling Greener Lives."
Imagine a day when engines hum without exhaust, whispering the promise of a cleaner tomorrow. Electric vehicles glide silently through our streets, powered by lithium batteries made from what used to be waste. This isn't a distant dream but a reality we're building every day.
Our journey begins deep underground, where we turn waste into a critical resource for the green energy transition. Every drop of processed water gets us closer to a sustainable future, showing our dedication to protecting the environment.
But our journey extends far beyond. It reaches into the lives we touch. Envision families basking in the comfort of clean, reliable energy from advanced lithium batteries, feeling secure even during peak times - imagine entrepreneurs who can foster innovative, sustainable businesses thanks to our solutions. Picture communities where air quality improves as more electric vehicles hit the roads, reducing pollution for those who need it most.
"Fueling Greener Lives" is more than a tagline - it's our passion. It's about making sustainability a part of everyday life. Every battery we help produce, every vehicle we power, and every home we light up is part of this beautiful story. We're not just fueling green energy - we're fueling aspirations, dreams, and a greener future for all.
Our drive for innovation and sustainability keeps us searching for new ways to make a positive impact. We're pioneers in a new era of energy, where waste becomes a resource, and every action is a step toward a greener planet.
Join us on this journey. Together, we can turn the tide against environmental degradation and build a future where "Fueling Greener Lives" is our everyday reality. Let's embrace sustainable lithium extraction and make a lasting difference - one lithium-ion at a time.
We turn wastewater into high-value minerals
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Unlocking the value of waste: Transforming wastewater into a valuable resource through resource recovery and a circular economy approach.
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Energy-efficient and low-carbon footprint: Minimizing environmental impact through advanced technologies and optimized operational efficiency.
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Responsible water management: Conserving water resources and minimizing freshwater consumption to support sustainable water practices.
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Facilitating the clean energy transition: Enabling the production of sustainable lithium for electric vehicles and renewable energy storage, contributing to climate change mitigation.
Building a Sustainable Future - Our Unwavering Promises
At Lithium Harvest, our promises are the pillars of our commitment to the planet, our partners, and our people. They guide every decision we make - from how we build projects to how we build relationships.
These promises drive us to create a more sustainable future, foster open and lasting partnerships, and nurture a workplace where innovation, inclusion, and growth thrive. They’re not just ideals but the foundation of everything we do.
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A Promise to the World
Our Commitment to a Sustainable and Greener Future
We're committed to making a lasting, positive impact on our planet through innovative and responsible practices.
- Circular economy and sustainability: We're dedicated to advancing the circular economy by turning waste into valuable resources, striving for zero emissions and zero discharge. Sustainability isn't a goal; it's our way of doing business.
- Green energy transition and local manufacturing: We lead the global green energy transition by producing high-quality lithium compounds, ensuring a domestic supply of critical minerals, and promoting economic growth.
- Equality, equity, and innovation: We champion equality and equity, constantly innovate, drive economic growth, and ensure environmental stewardship to accelerate the green energy transition.
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A Promise to Partners
Our Commitment to Strong, Transparent, and Dependable Relationships
We're committed to building trust and fostering collaborative relationships with our partners and communities.
- Dependability and commitment: We're dependable and honor our commitments, ensuring timely responses, deliveries, and transparent communication. Our word is our bond.
- Responsible management and accountability: We manage your trust with utmost care, make timely and informed decisions, and maintain accountability in all our actions. Our principle: If you wouldn’t invest your grandmother’s pension in it, don’t do it.
- Partnership and community engagement: We're a strong community partner, investing in local well-being, creating jobs, and supporting joint growth and innovation with our partners.
- Partnership experience excellence: We align our values and goals with yours, delivering quality products and collaborative solutions that drive long-term success and mutual benefits.
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A Promise to Ourselves
Our Commitment to a Vibrant, Inclusive, and Innovative Workplace
We're committed to fostering a diverse, healthy, and creative work environment where everyone can thrive.
- Equality, diversity, and fairness: We uphold equality, embrace diversity, and ensure fairness in all our interactions, creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. Our employees are the fuel driving the green energy transition.
- Healthy work environment and family values: We prioritize the physical and mental health and personal growth of our employees. We are a family supporting each other, ensuring mutual success and support.
- Innovation and creativity: We promote a culture of innovation and creativity, making our workplace fun and ambitious and encouraging outside-the-box thinking.
Making Lithium More Sustainable
As the world races toward a low-carbon future, the need for truly sustainable lithium has never been more urgent. At Lithium Harvest, our patented technology delivers lithium that’s not only among the world’s most sustainable but also competitively priced to accelerate the green energy transition.
By making sustainability scalable and cost-effective, we’re helping industries decarbonize faster and smarter.
Lithium Harvest Solution |
DLE from Brine |
Solar Evaporation Brine Extraction |
Hard Rock Mining |
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| Feedstock | Oilfield wastewater | 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 |
| 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
Technology Benchmark - Environmental Impact
Achieving Carbon Neutrality
Our process eliminates the need to transport materials to distant refineries, significantly reducing our environmental footprint. We keep emissions low by using a low-pressure, energy-efficient system powered primarily by solar energy. While our operations use electricity, we offset that by avoiding the emissions typically created through oilfield wastewater disposal.
The result: effectively carbon-neutral lithium production - preventing up to 15 million kg of CO₂ emissions for every 1,000 metric tons of lithium carbonate produced compared to traditional mining methods.
Compact Facility Design - Eco-Conscious Operations
Sustainability starts with innovative design. Our modular, compact facilities are built right next to produced water treatment centers. They integrate easily, deploy quickly, and don't require massive evaporation ponds or long pipelines like conventional operations.
This layout minimizes ecological disruption, protects local wildlife, and helps preserve the natural landscape.
Minimal Water Consumption - Protecting Vital Resources
Our lithium extraction process is designed to be water-wise. We use almost no freshwater, and we recycle over 90% of the water used during extraction.
Even better, we can clean the oilfield wastewater after lithium recovery, making it suitable for reuse. That means fewer withdrawals from freshwater sources and a step forward for responsible water management.
Compared to traditional lithium mining, our process saves up to 96% of water, or more than 500 million gallons per 1,000 metric tons of lithium carbonate produced.
Turning Big Numbers into Real Impact
What do our sustainability savings really mean?
We get it - big numbers like “15 million kg of CO₂ saved” or “500 million gallons of water conserved” can be hard to picture. So let’s break it down into everyday terms that bring the impact closer to home:
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CO₂ Savings
For every 1,000 metric tons of lithium carbonate we produce, we prevent up to 15 million kilograms of CO₂ emissions.
That’s like taking 3,261 cars off the road for an entire year.
Imagine a small town’s worth of cars parked for good - that’s the kind of impact we’re making with every project.
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Water Savings
We save up to 500 million gallons of water for every 1,000 metric tons of lithium carbonate produced.
That’s enough to fill 758 Olympic-sized swimming pools.
Or, if you’re more of a coffee person, that’s about 7.89 billion cups of coffee. Now that’s a serious thirst quencher.
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Battery Lifecycle Emissions
An EV powered by lithium from Lithium Harvest reaches greenhouse gas (GHG) break-even after just 3,500 miles (6,000 kilometers).
That’s like driving from New York to Los Angeles to San Francisco - and then some.
Traditional lithium? It takes about 11,000 miles (18,000 kilometers) to break even.
By cutting emissions at the source, we help EVs become truly clean, much faster.
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Water and Land Use for Each EV
For every EV made with our lithium, we save 15 to 20 cubic meters of water - enough to fill a small backyard pool.
We also avoid the land disruption equivalent to the size of a large apartment for every vehicle produced.
Less water, less land, same performance - now that’s smarter lithium.
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Land Use Efficiency
Our lithium extraction process uses 99% less land than traditional hard rock mining.
While a conventional lithium mine can cover 115 acres - about 87 football fields - we only need 1.4 acres.
That’s barely enough space for two tennis courts.
Smaller footprint, bigger impact.
The Clock is Ticking - Have You Heard About Earth's Nine Boundaries?
We're committed to protecting them.
At Lithium Harvest, we know time is running out. Our planet is under pressure like never before - and we're determined to be part of the solution.
To build a truly sustainable future, we must understand the broader environmental context in which we operate: Earth's nine planetary boundaries.
This framework, introduced by Johan Rockström and a group of scientists in 2009, outlines the limits within which humanity can safely operate. It's now a key concept in sustainability science, used by researchers, policymakers, and innovators worldwide.
Recent studies show we've already crossed six of these nine boundaries - including those for climate change, biodiversity loss, land use, freshwater consumption, chemical pollution, and nutrient overload. Pushing past these limits threatens the very systems that keep life on Earth stable and resilient.
That's why we do things differently.
At Lithium Harvest, we're not just producing lithium - we're designing every part of our process to respect and protect these boundaries. From reducing CO₂ emissions and conserving water to avoiding land disruption and chemical waste, our solution is built to operate within the planet's limits.
Because fueling a greener future doesn't just mean powering electric vehicles - it means safeguarding the Earth they drive on.
Lithium Harvest's Commitment to Planetary Health
Our approach to lithium extraction aligns with the planetary boundaries framework by actively reducing the industry’s environmental footprint.
We’re directly addressing five of the six breached boundaries - including climate change, freshwater use, land-system change, biogeochemical flows, and novel entities.
By building smarter, cleaner, and more sustainable lithium solutions, we’re doing our part to keep the planet within its safe operating space.
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Climate Change
Despite decades of global climate efforts, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions continue to rise. In 2023, they hit a record 53 gigatons of CO₂ equivalent - up 1.9% from 2022. Even the COVID-19 slowdown in 2020 only led to a temporary drop. These GHGs trap heat in the atmosphere, driving global warming.
The biggest driver? Human activities are responsible for almost all atmospheric GHG increases over the last 150 years - especially fossil fuels and inefficient supply chains. And the most scalable solution? Electric vehicles. EV adoption could help the world avoid 2.6 gigatons of CO₂ by 2035.
But for EVs to be truly clean, we need cleaner batteries, starting with cleaner lithium.
At Lithium Harvest, we’ve reimagined lithium extraction from the ground up. Our energy-efficient, low-carbon process cuts emissions at every step, starting with on-site production that removes the need for shipping brine to distant refineries: fewer miles, fewer emissions, lower costs.
Our patented solution:
- Cuts battery life-cycle emissions by 47%
- Reduces the GHG breakeven point for EVs by 3x
- Saves up to 15,000 kg of CO₂ per metric ton of lithium carbonate produced
By providing sustainable, scalable, and fast-to-market lithium, we’re helping decarbonize transportation and speed up the transition to a cleaner, more climate-resilient future.
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Biosphere Integrity
Traditional lithium mining often comes at a high cost to biodiversity, clearing land, disrupting habitats, and damaging ecosystems.
At Lithium Harvest, we do things differently.
Our solution doesn’t require large-scale land disturbance. By repurposing industrial by-products like produced water, we help preserve natural ecosystems and protect the biodiversity they support.
Our operations have a 99% smaller footprint than traditional lithium mining, meaning far less impact on the land and the species that depend on it.
We co-locate our facilities with existing produced water treatment plants, eliminating the need for massive evaporation ponds, long pipelines, or disruptive infrastructure. This design keeps our footprint small and our impact minimal.
The result? Sustainable lithium extraction that protects the planet’s biosphere while delivering the materials needed for a cleaner future.
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Land-System Change
Urbanization, agriculture, and deforestation have transformed how we use land, often at the expense of ecosystems and biodiversity.
At Lithium Harvest, we're designing lithium extraction to avoid adding to that problem.
Our facilities are modular, compact, and 99% smaller in footprint than traditional lithium mines. By co-locating with existing produced water treatment plants, we eliminate the need for large evaporation ponds, pipelines, or other land-intensive infrastructure.
Instead of disturbing natural landscapes, we integrate seamlessly with what's already there, delivering sustainable lithium without expanding our environmental footprint.
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Freshwater Use
Water scarcity is one of the most urgent global challenges, and in many regions, freshwater use has already exceeded safe limits.
At Lithium Harvest, we’ve designed our process to protect this critical resource. Instead of tapping into freshwater reserves, we extract lithium from produced water - a by-product that would otherwise go to waste.
Our process:
- Reuses over 90% of water in a closed-loop system
- Uses almost no freshwater
- Produces no water pollution or hazardous discharge
- Generates no additional waste by-products
By avoiding the use of freshwater and recycling what we do use, we minimize our environmental footprint and help conserve one of the planet’s most vital resources.
The result? Up to 500,000 gallons of water are saved per metric ton of lithium carbonate compared to traditional mining methods.
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Novel Entities
At Lithium Harvest, we’ve built our technology around a simple goal: to reduce chemical, water, and energy consumption wherever possible.
Many DLE technologies rely on harsh acids to detach lithium from resins. Ours doesn’t. We use water-based desorption, avoiding the need to handle or dispose of large volumes of acid.
That means:
- No acid waste
- No chemical handling risks
- No harmful by-products are introduced into the environment
Our entire process is designed for energy efficiency, focusing on saving, reducing, and conserving. By minimizing inputs and eliminating chemical waste, we drastically cut the risk of introducing novel, human-made substances into nature.
Safer for people. Safer for the planet.
The fight against climate change is one of the greatest global challenges of the 21st century. The acceleration of the green energy transition highlights the need for sustainable lithium extraction.
Addressing SDGs for a Greener Future
The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) outline 17 global targets to build a better, more sustainable world by 2030.
At Lithium Harvest, our innovative approach to extracting lithium from wastewater directly supports several of these goals, especially SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), and SDG 13 (Climate Action).
Our mission to create cleaner, faster, and more responsible lithium aligns with the SDGs and the planetary boundaries framework. These two global perspectives share a common goal: protecting the long-term health of people and the planet.
By turning industrial waste into critical resources, we’re proving that sustainability and progress can go hand-in-hand.
How Lithium Harvest Align with Global SDGs
Here’s how our operations align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, supporting global efforts to create a cleaner, more sustainable future through responsible lithium extraction.
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SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
Our lithium extraction process directly supports SDG 6 by promoting sustainable water use and improving wastewater management.
By extracting lithium from oilfield wastewater and geothermal brine, instead of relying on scarce freshwater, we reduce pressure on already stressed water sources. This is especially important as nearly 50% of traditional lithium mines are in high or very high water-stress regions.
Our process doesn’t just avoid freshwater use - it also treats wastewater, helping prevent pollution and reducing the environmental and health risks often tied to oilfield operations.
Compared to conventional methods, we:
- Save up to 500,000 gallons of water per ton of lithium carbonate
- Reduce water consumption by up to 96%
- Recycle over 90% of the water used in our system
This water-wise approach allows us to operate within the planetary boundary for freshwater use, helping protect one of Earth’s most vital resources for future generations.
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SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
Our solution directly supports SDG 7, ensuring access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all.
Lithium is essential for powering electric vehicles and renewable energy storage. By extracting it sustainably and cost-effectively from oilfield wastewater and geothermal brine, we’re helping scale clean energy without the high environmental costs of traditional mining.
Using our patented solution - one of the industry's fastest-to-market and most cost-effective solutions - we deliver a steady supply of high-quality lithium at lower costs and with a smaller footprint.
This accelerates the deployment of clean energy technologies, making them more accessible and reliable for everyone.
By driving down costs and cutting emissions, we’re not just contributing to the energy transition - we’re making it possible. Our focus on efficiency and sustainability puts us at the center of the global shift toward a low-carbon, energy-secure future.
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SDG 13: Climate Action
At Lithium Harvest, we support SDG 13 by taking real action to fight climate change through clean technology and decarbonization.
Lithium is essential for powering electric vehicles and storing renewable energy, two of the most effective strategies to reduce global reliance on fossil fuels and meet future energy expansion. In fact, switching from internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles to EVs could avoid 2.6 gigatons of CO₂ globally by 2035.
Our patented extraction process makes this transition cleaner and faster. By producing lithium from oilfield wastewater and geothermal brine using energy-efficient, zero-carbon methods, we help cut emissions at the source and throughout the supply chain.
Here’s how we make a difference:
- 47% lower battery life-cycle emissions
- 3x faster GHG breakeven point for EVs
- 15,000 kg of CO₂ saved per ton of lithium carbonate produced
- No need to transport materials between extraction and refining sites
Our facilities are built for energy efficiency and on-site processing, eliminating unnecessary transport emissions and reducing operational impact.
By delivering fast-to-market, low-carbon lithium, we’re helping accelerate the global shift to clean energy, making EVs not just more accessible but truly sustainable.
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The Other SDGs We Support
In addition to SDGs 6, 7, and 13, our operations at Lithium Harvest contribute to several other Sustainable Development Goals through innovation, efficiency, and environmental responsibility.
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
We're transforming how lithium is produced. Our patented extraction solution leads the way in building a cleaner, more resilient energy industry.
By focusing on scalable innovation and reducing environmental impact, we support SDG 9 - promoting sustainable industrialization, fostering innovation, and upgrading infrastructure for a low-carbon future.
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
At Lithium Harvest, sustainability starts with smart resource use. Our process minimizes chemical and energy use, reduces waste, and maximizes efficiency.
Key results:
- >90% water recycled - drastically cutting freshwater demand
- >95% lithium yield - maximizing resource efficiency
- Minimal chemicals and energy, with a focus on energy conservation
Our solution integrates directly into existing oil and gas infrastructure, making traditional operations more sustainable while staying within planetary boundaries.
SDG 15: Life on Land
We're committed to protecting biodiversity and minimizing land disruption - a major goal of SDG 15.
Here's how we help protect life on land:
- Minimal habitat disruption - no large-scale excavation or destruction
- 99% smaller footprint than traditional mining
- Seamless co-location - our compact, modular facilities avoid the need for expansive ponds and pipelines
By repurposing industrial by-products instead of disturbing untouched land, we help preserve critical ecosystems and wildlife habitats.
Integrating Planetary Boundaries and SDGs into Lithium Harvest's Sustainability Commitment
By aligning our operations with the planetary boundaries framework and the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we’re not just preserving Earth’s critical systems - we’re contributing to global sustainability targets that support a better future for all.
This dual alignment reflects our deep commitment to being a responsible corporate citizen, one that prioritizes the health of the planet and the well-being of people.
For us, sustainability isn’t a box to check - it’s core to who we are. It’s how we build, how we innovate, and how we operate every single day.
We know the work isn’t perfect, and the journey is ongoing. But we’re driven by a clear purpose: to embed sustainability into everything we do and push the boundaries of what’s possible through bold ideas and better solutions.
At Lithium Harvest, we don’t just talk about change - we’re building it.
This Is Just the Beginning
At Lithium Harvest, our current projects are just the beginning. They lay the foundation for a much bigger vision - one where sustainable, efficient, and responsible lithium extraction becomes the industry norm.
We’re not stopping here. As we grow, our commitment to innovation and sustainability will drive new projects that continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in lithium production.
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