E3 Lithium is a Canadian resource development company specializing in lithium extraction and production, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. The company is focused on developing North America’s first commercial lithium project using Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) technology. With proven reserves of 1.29 million tonnes of lithium hydroxide equivalent and a projected annual production capacity of 32,000 tonnes by 2027, E3 Lithium is positioned to become a significant contributor to the electric vehicle battery supply chain.
Battery Technology
E3 Lithium’s proprietary ion-exchange technology, Li-IX, represents a significant advancement in sustainable lithium production. This innovative DLE process extracts lithium from existing oil and gas reservoir brines, offering an efficient alternative to traditional extraction methods. The technology operates through a closed-loop system that minimizes environmental impact by eliminating the need for evaporation ponds and reducing energy consumption.
The company’s extraction process maintains high recovery rates while producing battery-grade lithium concentrate. Through its partnership with Pure Lithium Corporation, E3 Lithium is also developing lithium metal batteries that offer increased energy density compared to conventional lithium-ion batteries. These advanced batteries operate without nickel, cobalt, or graphite, presenting a more sustainable solution for energy storage.
Additionally, E3 Lithium’s integrated Brine to Battery technology streamlines production by removing the need for intermediate lithium salts. This simplified process reduces both operational costs and environmental impact while maintaining high-quality output standards.
Recent Projects
In 2024, E3 Lithium secured a strategic brownfield site in Mountain View County, Alberta, for its Clearwater Project’s Central Processing Facility. The company also initiated a demonstration facility project, supported by a $5 million CAD grant from Emissions Reduction Alberta, scheduled for operation by mid-2025. The demonstration facility will serve as a scaled version of commercial operations, validating the company’s DLE technology and production processes.
Investors
E3 Lithium has received substantial financial support from government and private sectors. The Alberta Government contributed $5 million through the Emissions Reduction Alberta TIER fund, while Natural Resources Canada provided $3.5 million through its Critical Minerals Research program. The company maintains its presence on multiple stock exchanges, including TSX.V (ETL), FSE (OW3), and OTCQX (EEMMF), enabling access to public market funding.
Business Details
Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Website: https://e3lithium.ca
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/22319328
