The hidden white gold in oil wells: US aims to win lithium race
The race to secure the supply of lithium in the United States has taken a surprising turn, as Element3 develops a method to obtain lithium from wastewater generated in oil drilling. The project aims to reduce import dependency and strengthen energy independence. The first plants are set to be operational by 2025, with an initial investment allowing for the installation of extraction modules. This alternative source of lithium boasts a lower environmental footprint, utilizing existing infrastructure and avoiding traditional mining processes.
