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The Definitive Platform for Scaling Direct Lithium Extraction

Bridging the gap between DLE innovation and commercial-scale deployment. Join global leaders, technology pioneers, and off-takers to secure the future of the lithium supply chain.

The Definitive Platform for Scaling Direct Lithium Extraction

Bridging the gap between DLE innovation and commercial-scale deployment. Join global leaders, technology pioneers, and off-takers to secure the future of the lithium supply chain.

Welcome To

Direct Lithium Extraction Xchange 2026

As the global race for battery-grade lithium intensifies, Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) has moved from a “promising technology” to a “commercial necessity.” But scaling from pilot to industrial output remains the industry’s greatest challenge.

The Direct Lithium Extraction Xchange 2026 is the dedicated forum for overcoming the engineering, financial, and regulatory hurdles of DLE. We move beyond the hype to focus on bankability, technical benchmarking, and integration with the global EV supply chain.

Join the pioneers who are transforming how the world sources its most critical mineral.

Key Agenda Topics

Scaling DLE from Pilot to Commercial Operations

Strategies for overcoming engineering, operational, and supply-chain hurdles to achieve large-scale deployment.

Technology Benchmarking & Innovation

Comparing sorbents, membranes, ion-exchange, and solvent extraction technologies—spotlighting breakthroughs in efficiency, cost, and recovery rates.

Permitting, ESG & Social License to Operate

Addressing regulatory frameworks, environmental standards, water use, and stakeholder engagement to build public trust.

Investment, Risk & Project Finance

Funding models, risk mitigation strategies, and attracting institutional capital for DLE projects.

Integration with the Battery & EV Supply Chain

Ensuring DLE output meets OEM and battery chemistry requirements while securing supply chains for the energy transition.

Sustainability, Resource Efficiency & Circularity

Reducing energy and water intensity, managing brine reinjection, and exploring co-product extraction and closed-loop models.

Who Will You Meet?

Unite with the Architects of the Sustainable Lithium Supply Chain

The Direct Lithium Extraction Xchange brings together the critical players necessary to scale DLE from pilot projects to commercial reality. Join a high-level community dedicated to securing the mineral foundations of the energy transition.

The Resource Developers: CEOs and Project Directors from lithium mining and brine companies seeking to deploy next-generation extraction technology.
Battery & OEM Leaders: Procurement and supply chain executives from the automotive and energy storage sectors looking to de-risk their lithium sourcing.
Technical Innovators: Founders and R&D specialists from DLE startups and chemical engineering firms (including leaders from companies like Lilac, ILiAD, and 3M).
Strategic Capital: Private equity, venture funds, and institutional investors focused on funding the commercialization of clean-tech mineral extraction.
ESG & Regulatory Experts: Policymakers and sustainability leads establishing the environmental and water-use standards for the DLE industry.