Researchers say Arkansas may have 19M tons of lithium critical for battery power
A new study by the U.S. Geological Survey found massive lithium reserves in southwestern Arkansas that could have between 5 million and 19 million tons of lithium.
Arkansas May Have Vast Lithium Reserves, Researchers Say
Federal and state researchers said there might be five million to 19 million tons of lithium, more than enough to meet the world’s demand for the battery ingredient.
Arkansas may be sitting on 19 million tons of lithium
Researchers now estimate how much “white gold” may be found in southern Arkansas's vast lithium reserves: up to 19 million tons, or enough to meet the projected 2030 world demand nine times over.
Enormous Reserve of 'Hidden Treasure' Found Under Arkansas
A U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)-led study has revealed an enormous lithium deposit in southwestern Arkansas that could potentially revolutionize the global electric vehicle industry. Using innovative water testing methods combined with machine learning,
Arkansas has enough lithium for the world’s EVs — but getting to it is the problem
Arkansas is sitting atop lithium reserves that could be vast enough to satisfy the entire world’s demand for EV batteries, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). It estimates that there could be 5 to 19 million tons of lithium under southwestern Arkansas.
Massive new lithium find in Arkansas may be enough to meet global demand
New research suggests that Arkansas may be home to upwards of 19 million tons of lithium reserves, which would give the United States an opportunity to lead in the electric vehicle industry. The United States Geological Survey unveiled the findings on Monday,
Answer to Our Lithium Demand May Lie in Arkansas
The International Energy Agency has predicted that demand for lithium could grow by 40 times by 2040, and one US state in particular may be the solution to that demand. Researchers say that Arkansas could have between 5 million and 19 million tons of the chemical element,
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Machine Learning Reveals Large Lithium Potential in Smackover Formation
Using a combination of water testing and machine learning, a U.S. Geological Survey-led study estimated between 5 and 19 ...
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USGS uses machine learning to show large lithium potential in Arkansas
The Smackover Formation is a relic of an ancient sea that left an extensive, porous, and permeable limestone geologic ...
Lithium source in Arkansas could meet world demand 'nine times over', study says
A study completed by the USGS found that there are lithium reserves located under southwestern Arkansas that's estimated to ...
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Study reveals vast amounts of lithium in Arkansas
Researchers say the Smackover Formation could hold enough lithium to supply global demand for years to come — if it can be ...
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New US Geological Service study shows millions of tons of lithium deposits in the Arkansas Smackover Formation
A new federal study claims Arkansas has enough lithium to meet at least nine times the projected 2030 global demand for the ...
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South Arkansas could have enough lithium to meet projected 2030 global demand
The amount of lithium that could be extracted from south Arkansas brine might be more than enough to meet global demand.
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USGS says Southwest Arkansas has enough lithium "to replace U.S. imports and more"
Using a combination of water testing and machine learning, a U.S. Geological Survey-led study estimated between 5 and 19 ...
Judge recommends dismissal of Albemarle from lithium royalties application for lack of standing, with caveat
An administrative law judge issued recommendations Wednesday stating, among other things, that the Arkansas Oil and Gas ...