South West Arkansas Lithium Direct Extraction Facility

planned

Standard Lithium is developing the South West Arkansas Project, which aims to be the United States' first commercial lithium direct extraction facility. The project is designed to produce 22,500 tonnes of battery-grade lithium carbonate annually, with commercial production targeted to commence in 2028. The project has a positive definitive feasibility study confirming its technical feasibility and robust financial prospects, with a total capital investment estimated at $1.45 billion and construction expected to begin in 2026. The project is being advanced through a strategic partnership with Norwegian energy giant Equinor.