4th Annual

Direct Lithium Extraction USA 2026

December 2 - 3, 2026 | Anaheim, California, USA

December 2 - 3, 2026
Anaheim, California, USA

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THE PREMIER FORUM FOR SUSTAINABLE LITHIUM PRODUCTION IN NORTH AMERICA

Welcome to Direct Lithium Extraction USA 2026, where experts from the oil and gas, e-mobility, and geothermal energy sectors gather to discover the latest advancements in lithium extraction technologies.

The global lithium industry faces critical challenges, including climate change, soil degradation, and water shortages. This event focuses on sustainable extraction processes that accelerate production timelines, minimize water and reagent use, and reduce reliance on conventional mining and evaporation ponds.

Join us to connect with industry experts, discover sustainable practices, and drive advancements in lithium extraction technologies.

Key topics for 2026

Emerging lithium demand trends and the global shift toward renewable energy

Analyze lithium market projections for EV batteries, consumer electronics, and industrial applications shaping the global clean energy transition.

Exploring lithium-rich brine deposits in geothermal, oil and gas reservoirs

Evaluate lithium extraction potential from hydrogeological brines, produced water, and geothermal sources across key global production regions.

Evolving materials and synthesis techniques shaping scalable lithium output

Assess advanced solutions to improve Li⁺ selectivity, recovery, and stability, along with techno-economic and life-cycle cost analyses.

Scaling direct lithium extraction methods for commercial-level production

Explore advanced extraction technologies, including lithium-ion (Li-ion) sieves, precipitants, solvent extractants, membranes, and electrochemical systems.

Next-gen lithium facilities raising production standards and cost efficiency

Discover advanced construction technologies, operational sequencing, and methods for building out state-of-the-art lithium extraction facilities.

Real-world case studies on regulatory compliance and community engagement

Review recent case studies on direct lithium extraction from brine deposits and compliance with evolving environmental and regulatory standards.

100+

INDUSTRY TOPICS

8+

NETWORKING EVENTS

50+

LEADING EXPERTS

20+

Q&A SESSIONS

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they've attended our events

Nick Johns

Great opportunity to connect with asset owners and DLE technology providers.

Nick Johns
Hatch Pty Ltd.
Kelly Rightmire

These sessions offered an excellent mix of market insights, technologies, and networking.

Kelly Rightmire
Pentair
Prakhar Prakash

An outstanding conference providing a great platform to learn about advanced solutions.

Prakhar Prakash
Chevron
Kevin Eberman

A very valuable event to gain insights into DLE and connect with industry leaders.

Kevin Eberman
3M
Danny Kingham

Engaging speakers covering real-world challenges and cutting-edge DLE innovation.

Danny Kingham
GSI Environmental Inc.
Robert Gales

Highly insightful coverage of different extraction methods.

Robert Gales
Halliburton

our sponsors

Halliburton
Lilac-Solutions
ILiAD-Technologies
Fisher-Tank-Company
Future-Pipe-Industries
NanoNord