UK DEMAND FOR LITHIUM
The demand for lithium is growing throughout the UK as we try to reach our eco – targets
WHAT IS LITHIUM?
Lithium has the lowest density of all metals. It was discovered from a mineral and is a soft, silvery metal. On the periodic table it has the symbol Li and atomic number 3. In standard conditions it is the lightest metal and since it is an alkali metal it is highly flammable and must be stored securely.
COMMON USES FOR LITHIUM
Greener Energy
Lithium is used throughout most rechargeable batteries for phones, laptops and many other electronic devices. It has become very important in electric car production and can play a huge role in a greener future.
Lithium Metal
Lithium metal can be used in aircrafts and on high speed trains. The Lithium metal is used along with aluminium and magnesium to make alloys. This combination makes the alloys stronger and lighter.
Other uses
Lithium is also used throughout different medications, high temperature lubricants, lithium hydride is used as a means of storing hydrogen for use as a fuel.
The demand for Lithium is ever growing as many countries want to reach their new green targets. Electric cars will play a huge role in reducing the use of fossil fuels and therefore increase the demand for lithium as one of the key elements in the batteries.
UK enshrines new target in law to slash emissions by 78% by 2035
At Weardale Lithium we are working towards a greener future and hope to work with local communities to complete the project.
Geothermal waters contain a lithium enriched brine which is then extracted from the Earth. Geothermal water extraction emits no Co2 back into the atmosphere, the use of water needed to extract is limited and it does not take up a lot of land.
Weardale is one of two locations in England with geology enabling sufficient geothermal properties
At Weardale Lithium we hope to help pave the way to a greener, more sustainable future.