Lithium Brine Extraction – Preliminary Technical & Economic Analysis

project overview

Integrated Sustainability advanced a front-end evaluation for a proposed lithium development in western Canada. The assessment evaluated mineral supply technical viability and economic potential. By leveraging existing infrastructure, the project sought to reduce development costs while identifying key opportunities for creating new regional economic activity tied to lithium production.

project deliverables

• Completed a preliminary engineering review to assess the technical feasibility of lithium recovery from subsurface brine resources.
• Conducted economic modeling to estimate capital and operating costs, potential project returns, and associated market risks.
• Evaluated opportunities for reuse of existing infrastructure to reduce development barriers and accelerate implementation timelines.
• Developed a phased project development strategy aligned with technical milestones, investment planning, and market demand.
• Supported long-term strategic planning by positioning the project within broader critical mineral supply chains and energy transition initiatives.