Libertystream hits 250,000-barrel DLE brine milestone

Executive Summary

• Libertystream Infrastructure Partners Inc. announced it has processed >250,000 barrels of Permian brine using its proprietary direct lithium extraction (DLE) technology, marking a key operational milestone.
• The company is entering the final derisking stage with commissioning of a lithium‑carbonate refining unit expected in Q4 2025 and has built an inventory of lithium chloride eluate for immediate conversion to commercial‑grade lithium carbonate.
• Management projects a long‑term production potential of ~220,000 tpa lithium‑carbonate equivalent from the Permian and Bakken basins, underscoring a scalable growth opportunity.

Key Details

• Processing Milestone: >250,000 barrels of brine processed over nine months at the Texas field unit; thousands of test and production cycles completed.
• Technology Enhancements:
• Pretreatment step added to remove iron/organics → higher extraction efficiency, lower reagent use.
• Optimized fluid temperature management → faster cycle times, reduced energy input.
• Modular four‑unit system deployed for real‑time experimentation and performance benchmarking.
• Derisking Phase: Commissioning of a lithium‑carbonate refining unit slated for the first half of Q4 2025; site work includes concrete pads and on‑site power generation.
• Inventory Build‑up: Stockpiled lithium chloride eluate ready for conversion once the refinery is online.
• Scale Potential:
• Permian basin produces >20 M barrels water/day; Bakken adds ~1.5–1.7 M barrels/day.
• Upper production estimate of ~220,000 tpa lithium‑carbonate equivalent based on these basins alone.
• Strategic Positioning: Leveraging existing oil‑field infrastructure reduces capital outlay and risk, aligning with investor demand for derisked projects.

Notable Quotes

“We are very pleased to achieve the 250,000‑barrel technical DLE processing milestone,” said Alex Wylie, President & CEO.
“Our operations are field tested and validated… With refining and upgrading activities set to begin, we are prepared to scale across the largest oil fields in the U.S.”