
Episode 177: Year End Wrap
The Global Lithium Podcast
Exploring the Potential of Lapidolite in Brine Production and the Importance of a Localized Supply Chain
This chapter discusses the significance of establishing localized and regionalized supply chains for tracking lithium materials. It mentions Zelandaz, a company specializing in lithium brine field development and production. They also explore lapidolite's potential as a brine producer's ally, but recognize the need for improvements to handle low-grade orders. The chapter speculates on lapidolite's potential integration with brine projects or the introduction of Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) technology. Lastly, it emphasizes the belief in the continuous growth of lithium demand and the potential setback to the energy transition if demand slows down.