The US’s first lithium from oilfield wastewater is coming this year

Electrek
By Michelle LewisSep 29, 2025, 7:15 pm122 ptsTrending
Element3 just raised a fresh round of funding to launch the first US commercial lithium extraction plants, and it’s sourcing the lithium from oil and gas wastewater in Texas. That’s a big deal because it means there will be a domestic lithium supply for EVs and battery storage within a few months. more…

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