Lithium chloride

Pilot will test salt-assisted crystallization to refine LiCl from geothermal brines and recycled batteries into battery-grade lithium with lower energy, CO₂, water and waste.

Consistent lithium carbonate production validated; customer sampling underway. Plans for bulk sampling and offtake discussions aim for commercial volumes by 2027.

The plant will produce lithium hydroxide for batteries using green electricity. Construction starts Q1 2026. The site covers 77,517m2 in Höchst Industrial Park, Frankfurt.

The plant will provide climate-neutral district heating and lithium for battery production, supporting energy transition and raw material independence in Germany.

EIB funds a lithium project in Germany, enhancing Europe's lithium supply chain, reducing imports, and supporting sustainable energy and transport initiatives.

The project uses geothermal brine to produce lithium and renewable energy, reducing carbon footprint. It partners with Nobian for electrolysis expertise and aims to supply EV batteries in Europe.

They aim to scale a new lithium conversion process, enhancing Europe's battery supply chain and sustainability, while seeking strategic partners for global expansion.

Vulcan finalizes strategy to pre-qualify battery-quality lithium hydroxide, achieving first production at its plant, enhancing Europe's supply chain resilience with sustainable methods.

Geothermal heat from Landau will reduce fossil fuel use and CO2 emissions. Five more wells planned, supported by a €100m grant, to expand renewable energy in Germany.

A new process converts lithium chloride to lithium hydroxide, reducing costs and environmental impact, supporting Europe's battery demand and value chain.