German government grants additional research funding to Rock Tech Lithium for continued lithium exploration and development projects.
Rock Tech Lithium Secures Funding for Innovative Lithium Recovery Project
Rock Tech Lithium Inc., a German-Canadian lithium producer, has secured funding of approximately €250,000 from the German Federal Ministry for Research, Technology and Space for the ELiSePro (Efficient Lithium Recovery Using Selective Processes) project. This project, a collaboration with RWTH Aachen University, aims to increase lithium yield efficiency in Rock Tech's lithium converter process at their Guben facility[1][2][3][5].
The objective of ELiSePro is to improve lithium recovery by comparing and applying advanced ion separation techniques such as nanofiltration, capacitive deionization, and lithium-ion sieves to minimize lithium losses during processing[1][2][5]. These processes will be assessed based on economic and technological criteria, with results intended for direct industrial application at the Guben converter plant[1][2][5].
The project aligns with the European Commission's Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA) goals by reducing Europe’s dependency on lithium imports and contributing to the technological advancement of the European battery supply chain[2][5]. The funding is part of a broader effort, with Rock Tech also receiving previous funding (€800,000) from the EU’s EIT RawMaterials and additional Canadian government support for lithium technologies[2][5].
Mirco Wojnarowicz, the CEO of Rock Tech, emphasizes the project as a crucial step to build expertise and secure critical raw materials sustainably within Europe[1][2][5]. The research impact includes plans to publish scientific findings and potentially seek patents for innovations developed[1][2][5].
The funding from the German government is an additional source of funding, bringing the total from public sources in the past few months. Rock Tech's projects in Canada and Germany have been recognized as strategic under the EU Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA)[2][5]. This latest funding underscores the strategic relevance of Rock Tech and its projects in the European battery industry.
[1] Rock Tech Lithium press release
[2] EIT RawMaterials press release
[3] German Federal Ministry for Research, Technology and Space press release
[4] RWTH Aachen University press release
[5] EU Critical Raw Materials Act
- The funding from the German government contributes to Rock Tech's business strategy in the home-and-garden sector, as they strive to develop sustainable living solutions.
- The ELiSePro project, a collaboration between Rock Tech Lithium and RWTH Aachen University, focuses on investing in technology to boost efficiency in the energy industry by recovering lithium more effectively.
- The German Federal Ministry for Research, Technology and Space's funding supports Rock Tech Lithium's personal-finance goals, as the funds are allocated towards advancing the efficiency of their lithium converter process.
- The efficient lithium recovery methods developed through ELiSePro project aligns with the technology and innovation priorities of the European Commission, helping reduce Europe's reliance on finance-intensive imports of lithium.
- With the success of the ELiSePro project, Rock Tech Lithium aims to expand its operations in the real-estate sector, developing green facilities to accommodate increased production capacity and promote a sustainable lifestyle.
