Lithium Harvest stands as an essential player in sustainable lithium extraction, transforming wastewater into valuable lithium compounds. Founded in 2020 and based in Houston, Texas, the company applies advanced Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) technology to produce high-quality lithium from oilfield wastewater and geothermal brines. This innovative approach serves the expanding electric vehicle and battery markets while minimizing environmental impact. The company’s patented processes achieve up to 95% lithium yield, significantly improving efficiency compared to conventional extraction methods. Through its sustainable practices, Lithium Harvest saves over 500,000 gallons of water and reduces CO2 emissions by 15,000 kg per ton of lithium carbonate produced.
Battery Technology
Lithium Harvest’s technical innovations center on its proprietary DLE technology, which combines state-of-the-art adsorption methods with proven water treatment expertise. This system efficiently extracts lithium from various brine sources, including oilfield wastewater and geothermal fluids. The process begins with specialized selective adsorption, followed by advanced purification steps that yield battery-grade lithium compounds.
The company’s modular plant design enables quick implementation and adaptable capacity scaling, reducing both capital and operational expenses. Each extraction solution is customized according to specific brine characteristics, ensuring maximum efficiency based on unique impurity profiles. This approach results in consistently high-quality lithium products that meet strict industry standards for battery manufacturing.
The technology’s environmental advantages include minimal water consumption, reduced carbon emissions, and efficient resource utilization. By converting industrial wastewater into valuable battery materials, Lithium Harvest creates a sustainable supply chain for lithium-ion battery production while supporting circular economy principles.
Recent Projects
Lithium Harvest is advancing two major projects in North Dakota, both scheduled to begin construction in late 2024. These facilities, designated as North Dakota Project 1 and North Dakota Project 2, will commence operations in the second half of 2025. They represent the first large-scale installations worldwide dedicated to extracting lithium from oilfield wastewater. Both projects incorporate carbon-neutral operations and demonstrate significant environmental improvements over traditional extraction methods.
In February 2024, the company reported substantial progress in its MUDP-supported mineral extraction project, showcasing continued technological advancement in sustainable lithium production.
Investors
A private placement of $2.9 million supports Lithium Harvest’s operations. The company trades on the OTC market under the symbol “SPGX” and plans to list on the NYSE as “LIHV.” Specific investor information remains confidential, though the company maintains strong financial backing for its sustainable extraction initiatives.
Business Details
Location: Houston, Texas, USA (Headquarters) and Aalborg, Denmark (Technology Center)
Website: https://lithiumharvest.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/87216400
