Three Reasons Why Direct Lithium Extraction Could Fuel the Next Decade of EVs

Why Direct Lithium Extraction Could Power the Next Decade of EVs

Transport is changing, and with more and more EVs zipping through the streets, lithium is fast becoming one of the world’s most critical minerals because of its importance for batteries.

However, mining and refining lithium is complicated, time-consuming, and potentially environmentally damaging. 

So, for this graphic, Visual Capitalist has partnered with EnergyX to explore three reasons why direct lithium extraction (DLE), an efficient method of mining and refining lithium, could help power the next decade of EVs.

1: DLE Cuts Extraction Times

Over 40 million EVs will be sold annually by 2030, over 10 times the amount sold in 2022, placing incredible demand on lithium production.

Typically, extracting a metric ton of lithium takes between 18 and 24 months using conventional methods. However, using direct lithium extraction, the same amount can be sourced in as little as one or two days, making it much more efficient in supplying the lithium to power the next wave of EVs. 

2: DLE Could Bridge the Lithium Supply Gap

The incredible demand placed on the lithium industry could also lead to an over 1.4 million metric ton supply deficit by 2030 if no additional production is brought online.

EnergyX’s proprietary direct lithium extraction technology, LiTAS™, can increase lithium production by up to 300% over conventional methods and potentially improve lithium supplies. 

3: DLE Improves Battery Capacity

Blocks of lithium batteries power many EVs, so as these vehicles become more advanced and more people drive them, the demand for higher-density lithium batteries will only grow. In fact, between 2022 and 2030, the demand for energy stored by lithium batteries will increase by 27% annually.

EnergyX’s DLE technology, LiTAS™, which enables lithium metals to be applied directly to a battery’s anode, can significantly improve energy density and pave the way for the next generation of EVs. 

Direct Lithium Extraction: Powering Tomorrow’s Transport

Direct lithium extraction is faster and more productive. It can create more energy-dense batteries, making it the perfect method for gathering the lithium required to power the next chapter of personal transport.

The companies that fueled early internal combustion engine vehicles exploded in value. Now, those powering tomorrow’s EVs could experience the same growth. EnergyX is one such company whose share price has grown 10x since its initial offering.

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