Lithium is an essential component of Li-ion batteries, serving as a key ingredient in cathode active materials (CAMs). With the global lithium market projected to grow at a CAGR of 25% from 2020 to 2030, lithium’s role in powering electric vehicles and energy storage systems is more critical than ever.
KBR is leading the development of a sustainable lithium value chain, offering innovative solutions across extraction, refining and conversion.
Direct Lithium Extraction with Li-Capt®
Li-Capt is a highly selective ion sieve technology offered through an exclusive global alliance with Geolith. The technology makes lithium accessible from a wide range of sources - geothermal, salars, oil field brines, battery recycling. DLE has transformed traditional extraction processes, reducing carbon emissions, time, and costs.
Refining and Conversion with PureLi®
PureLi® is KBR’s advanced refining and conversion technology that transforms a wide range of lithium feedstocks into battery-grade lithium carbonate or lithium hydroxide monohydrate. PureLi unlocks lithium’s full potential worldwide through integration opportunities.
Lithium sulfide production with PureLi2SSM
PureLi2S is offered through a joint development with ISU Specialty Chemical to produce lithium sulfide for All-solid-state batteries (ASSBs). Lithium sulfide is one of the critical components, as precursor for non-flammable solid electrolytes. ASSBs have the potential to double the driving range of EVs, offering higher energy density, enhanced safety, and faster charging.
The integrated Li-Capt and PureLi offering efficiently extracts lithium from diverse sources, enabling the conversion to battery-grade lithium carbonate and lithium hydroxide monohydrate.
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