E3 Lithium Updates on Clearwater Project and 2025 Development Plans

CALGARY, Alberta — E3 LITHIUM LTD. (TSXV: ETL) (FSE: OW3) (OTCQX: EEMMF), known as E3 Lithium, a prominent player in Canadian lithium production, has announced its strategic guidance and key priorities for the year 2025.

E3 Lithium aspires to be among the select North American projects producing lithium products suitable for batteries by the end of the decade. The company believes that its location within Alberta, known for its regulatory advantages, existing infrastructure, and strong mineral permitting system, positions it well to lead in lithium production.

Milestones Achieved

In 2024, E3 Lithium achieved significant milestones, including the completion of a Pre-Feasibility Study for its Clearwater Project, validating the effectiveness of direct lithium extraction (DLE) technology, and securing Canada’s first proven reserves of lithium-in-brine. The company is building on this success in 2025, aiming to begin lithium production and supply battery quality lithium to the global market.

Key Initiatives for 2025

E3 Lithium is focusing on five primary initiatives for its Clearwater Project in 2025:

• Advance development of the commercial plant by completing engineering for its feasibility study.
• Construct a demonstration facility showcasing a scaled-up Direct Lithium Extraction system.
• Submit environmental applications to comply with regulations and initiate licensing with the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER).
• Strengthen relationships with potential strategic partners and offtake agreements.
• Enhance stakeholder engagement and support.

CEO Chris Doornbos remarked, “We aim to make the Clearwater Project ready for construction by 2026. The demonstration facility is set to commence operations in early Q3 2025, validating our technology for producing battery-grade lithium at scale.”

Production Pathway

The lithium market has seen a shift towards lithium carbonate, particularly driven by the increased adoption of lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries. E3 Lithium intends to optimize its production approach to align with these market trends.

Project Permitting

Alberta is viewed as an excellent location for lithium extraction due to a long history of resource development and available skilled labor. E3 is working diligently to obtain the necessary approvals for its Central Processing Facility (CPF) and related operations, with an aim to submit permits by early Q3 2025.

Demonstration Facility Overview

The Demonstration Facility will showcase the full process from brine extraction to the production of battery-grade lithium carbonate. It consists of two DLE systems designed to operate at commercial scales to collect data for validation.

Strategic Partnerships

E3 Lithium is pursuing potential partnerships with customers across various sectors, aiming to secure funding or offtake agreements. With the rising demand for lithium due to electric vehicle and energy storage growth, the Clearwater Project stands to attract significant interest.

Future Opportunities

In addition to the Clearwater Project, E3 holds other strategic assets that could add value, including potential joint ventures and additional resource development in nearby areas. The company is expected to have robust financial support, aided by various governmental agency grants.

Conclusion

As E3 Lithium progresses through 2025, it remains focused on delivering battery-quality lithium products, leveraging its strategic advantages, and positioned to contribute significantly to the North American lithium market.

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