Mangrove Lithium Expands in North America with New Facility, Aims to Power 500,000 EVs Annually.

Mangrove Lithium is building a new facility to produce 20,000 tonnes of battery-grade lithium yearly, enough to power over 500,000 EVs. The new plant will have a spodumene concentrate processing capability, expanding the company's operations upstream in the lithium supply chain. The facility will be located in North America, with MoUs signed to cover offtake for the entire output with multiple major US battery gigafactories.

Mangrove Lithium, a Vancouver-based company, has announced plans to build a new facility that will significantly boost lithium production in North America. The new plant, set to produce 20,000 tonnes of battery-grade lithium annually, will be enough to power over 500,000 electric vehicles (EVs). This expansion is part of the company's strategy to increase homegrown lithium production and reduce dependence on foreign sources [1].

The new facility will feature a spodumene concentrate processing capability, which will allow Mangrove Lithium to expand its operations upstream in the lithium supply chain. The plant will be located in North America and will have Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) signed to cover the offtake for the entire output with multiple major US battery gigafactories. This strategic move is aimed at strengthening the domestic lithium supply chain and supporting the growing demand for EVs [1].

Mangrove Lithium's expansion comes at a critical time as the global shift to electric vehicles is accelerating, but the supply chain for critical battery materials is facing significant strain by 2030. The company's new facility is expected to contribute to alleviating this strain and ensuring a steady supply of lithium for the EV industry [2].

The new plant is part of a broader trend of increased lithium production in North America. Other notable developments include Stardust Power's $1.2 billion lithium refinery in Oklahoma, which will eventually produce up to 50,000 metric tons per year of battery-grade lithium [3]. Additionally, ExxonMobil and LG Chem have struck a deal that could strengthen the US critical mineral supply chain and be a game-changer for EV manufacturers [4].

Mangrove Lithium's expansion is a significant step in the effort to secure North America's lithium supply. By increasing domestic production and reducing dependence on foreign sources, the company is helping to ensure a stable and sustainable future for the EV industry.

References:
[1] Electrek. (2025, July 1). Mangrove Lithium to Build New Facility to Boost North America's EV Game. Retrieved from https://electrek.co/guides/lithium/
[2] Electrek. (2024, Dec 20). Critical EV Battery Materials Face Supply Crunch by 2030. Retrieved from https://electrek.co/guides/lithium/
[3] Electrek. (2025, Jan 27). A $1.2B Battery-Grade Lithium Refinery Breaks Ground in Oklahoma. Retrieved from https://electrek.co/guides/lithium/
[4] Electrek. (2024, Nov 20). ExxonMobil and LG Chem Strike Lithium Deal to Boost US EV Industry. Retrieved from https://electrek.co/guides/lithium/