Addressing the needs of critical minerals producers
Elemental Technology
Designed to be highly modular, our technologies can quickly customize and adapt to the unique needs of your operation-from salar brine pools, to mine water, to battery recycling facilities. This flexibility enables us to serve a wide range of critical element markets, including lithium, nickel, copper, cobalt, and more. Our technology can also turn a mine’s liabilities into valuable assets by concentrating waste water deposits into a commercial product.
Lithium
Found in salt flats and subsurface geothermal brine in the Americas, Asia and Australia, lithium is essential for lightweight, high-capacity, and long life cycle batteries in EVs and renewable energy storage. Its value lies in enabling efficient, long-lasting energy storage. alkaLi deploys the full EC2 technology solution to extract, concentrate and convert this essential mineral.
Copper
Mined from copper-rich ore deposits in the Americas, this element is key for electrical wiring, motors, and renewable energy systems due to its excellent conductivity, stability, and recyclability. Its value stems from its durability and efficiency, essential for grid infrastructure and EVs. alkaLi leverages the Concentration stage of the EC2 stack to recover and concentrate copper from mining operations, battery recycling processes, and wastewater.
Nickel
Found in laterite and sulfide ores in Asia, Africa, Europe, Americas, nickel is vital for high-energy-density battery cathodes, enhancing performance and longevity. Its value lies in powering EVs and energy storage systems. alkaLi leverages the Concentration stage of the EC2 stack to recover and concentrate nickel from mining operations, battery recycling processes, and wastewater.
Cobalt
Sourced from copper-cobalt mines, cobalt stabilizes battery cathodes, improving safety and lifespan. Its value comes from ensuring reliable energy storage, enabling EVs and renewable power integration. alkaLi leverages the Concentration stage of the EC2 stack to recover and concentrate cobalt from mining operations, battery recycling processes, and wastewater.
Manganese
Extracted from sedimentary deposits predominantly in Africa and Australia, manganese strengthens battery cathodes, increasing efficiency and safety. Its value lies in enhancing energy storage performance, crucial for renewable energy grids and EV battery life. alkaLi leverages the Concentration stage of the EC2 stack to recover and concentrate manganese from mining operations, battery recycling processes, and wastewater.
Magnesium
Found in seawater and dolomite in Asia, Europe and Americas, magnesium alloys provide lightweight strength for EV frames and renewable energy infrastructure. Its value is in reducing weight and energy consumption while maintaining durability. alkaLi leverages the Concentration stage of the EC2 stack to recover and concentrate magnesium from mining operations, battery recycling processes, and wastewater.
Iron
Mined from hematite and magnetite in Australia, Americas and Asia, iron is a core material for wind turbines, EV motors, and infrastructure. Its value lies in its versatility, strength, and sustainability in supporting clean-tech growth. alkaLi leverages the Concentration stage of the EC2 stack to recover and concentrate iron from mining operations, battery recycling processes, and wastewater.
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