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Oct 29, 2024

USGS study confirms Galvanic resource estimations

A recent U.S. Geological Survey-led study calculated that the southwest Arkansas Smackover Formation holds 5 to 19 million tons of lithium, which is in line with Galvanic Energy's initial resource estimations.

Jul 30, 2024

Big Oil a step closer to becoming Big Lithium

ExxonMobil recently signed a preliminary agreement to send lithium to South Korea-based battery maker SK On. The agreement follows the company’s purchase of a lithium brine prospect in Arkansas’ Smackover formation from Galvanic Energy in 2023. Like ExxonMobil, other oil majors are also looking to capitalize on investments in lithium.

May 9, 2024

Smackover lithium attracts international oil major

Norway’s Equinor joins the U.S. lithium rush with recent investment. The move follows oil majors such as ExxonMobil, which entered the lithium race with the purchase of Galvanic Energy’s prospect in Arkansas’ Smackover formation.

Feb 17, 2024

ExxonMobil evaluates DLE technologies

Following its purchase of Galvanic Energy’s lithium brine prospect in Arkansas’ Smackover formation in 2023, ExxonMobil evaluates which lithium extraction technology to use in its quest to become a top lithium producer.

Dec 20, 2023

The evolution of petrolithium

Galvanic Energy CEO Brent Wilson examines the history and progression of petrolithium exploration.

Nov 14, 2023

ExxonMobil to commence lithium production by 2027

The company said work is underway for its first phase of North American production of the mineral that is a key component of electric vehicle batteries. It hopes to have the first production of what it has branded Mobil Lithium in 2027.

Oct 9, 2023

Discovering U.S. lithium resources in deep continental brines

Galvanic Energy aims to develop lithium resources that require minimal environmental footprints by using direct extraction processes toward the development of lithium-ion batteries used in electric vehicles (EV), electronics and energy storage.

Jul 12, 2023

On the hunt for American lithium resources

Galvanic Energy founder and CEO Brent Wilson sits down with Innovation News Network to discuss how the company is helping boost U.S. lithium resources by discovering new prospects that can be developed and produced more quickly than conventional mining projects.

May 26, 2023

Energy giant acquires U.S. lithium prospect

The Wall Street Journal was first to report ExxonMobil’s foray into lithium production following the company’s deal with Galvanic Energy to acquire a first-of-its-kind 120,000-acre lithium prospect in southern Arkansas.

Dec 1, 2022

Keep Oklahoma Beautiful honors Galvanic Energy

OKLAHOMA CITY, Dec. 1, 2022 – Galvanic Energy recently received the Vanguard Award from Keep Oklahoma Beautiful (KOB) for its focus on environmental stewardship as it works to develop domestic resources in support of American battery manufacturing required for electric vehicles and energy storage.

KOB’s Vanguard Award is presented to a person, institution, community or business for embracing cutting-edge technologies and concepts in support of a sustainable planet.

Nov 30, 2022

What is lithium used for, and where does it come from?

Lithium has emerged as one of the hottest global commodities in recent years, touted as the “white gold” that will fuel the green energy transition. However, many people are unaware of the vast uses of lithium and how this essential element of a net-zero future is sourced.

Nov 16, 2022

Galvanic, IBAT testing proves Smackover brine is DLE compatible

It’s no secret that a steady supply of lithium is essential to the growth of the electric vehicle industry both here and abroad.

We can find the lithium. The catch is identifying lithium that can be harvested economically and in a way that doesn’t harm the environment.

Oct 24, 2022

Report validates massive lithium deposit claim In Arkansas

Thankfully, we are moving toward not needing to debate between electric vehicles (EVs) and gas-powered cars. Most people now understand that a 2003 Cadillac’s footprint will be more taxing on the environment than a Tesla. The discussion has since moved on to a flurry of other talking points like how to make electric cars cost-effective, whether EV upstarts have the proper quality control and safety insight, and how the world plans to electrify its entire transportation sector on the backs of a finite resource.

Jul 12, 2022

Galvanic’s lithium prospect among most prolific in North America

A recently completed resource report has confirmed Galvanic Energy’s Smackover prospect as one of the largest lithium brine resources in North America, with sufficient lithium to produce enough batteries for 50 million electric vehicles.

Jul 7, 2022

From Independence Day to energy independence in the US

Brent Wilson, the CEO of Galvanic Energy, discusses the necessity of achieving energy independence and the future of lithium battery production in the US.

This year on American Independence Day, celebrations of millions of citizens took place. In the backdrop of these celebrations, there are growing fears that the nation’s energy independence may be slipping away, and that US national security may soon be at risk.

Jun 15, 2022

Far from finished

The war over global dominance of the electric vehicle battery industry seems like it ended before it really got started. China is walking away as the winner and the US might as well wave the white flag because it may never catch up. Those are the conclusions of Hong Kong-based Gavekal Research. As reported by Barron’s last month, the firm released an analysis of China’s stranglehold on the industry that supplies lithium-ion batteries for millions of electric vehicles around the world.

May 23, 2022

Rough road for EV industry

America’s electric vehicle (EV) industry seems to have hit a rough patch of pavement in recent months. Lithium prices continue to rise, and no new domestic lithium sources have yet to be established. Even Tesla, despite its substantial efforts to hold the line on affordability, has suffered from the effects of war, supply chain disruptions and the rising costs of raw materials.

May 19, 2022

Developing a sustainable lithium industry in the US

Brent Wilson, President and CEO of Galvanic Energy, explains how lithium should be produced domestically in order to develop a sustainable US lithium industry. To see the entire article, visit Developing a sustainable lithium industry in the US (innovationnewsnetwork.com).

Feb 28, 2022

Let's start here, in America

It’s easy to get caught up in the recent marketing hype around electric vehicles. EVs are becoming more common across the United States as prices are starting to come down and choices are increasing.

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Jan 28, 2022

Commercializing American lithium

Galvanic Energy is among the companies working to commercialize lithium production in the U.S. Recently, Galvanic President and CEO Brent Wilson spoke with Forbes’ Robert Rapier about the company’s efforts.

Jan 13, 2022

Infrastructure bill could usher in new era for EVs

Perhaps the most common argument against electric vehicles (EVs) has been the lack of recharging infrastructure. Many people think EVs are great for commuting or for driving around town, but take one on a road trip and things can get dicey. Who wants to get stuck with a low battery and no idea where the closest charging station might be?

Dec 21, 2021

Lithium explorer has Midland backing

Lithium batteries help power popular gadgets like smartphones and tablet computers and will increasingly be called upon to power electric vehicles. That will drive up demand for lithium and a number of companies see opportunity in that rising demand.

Dec 8, 2021

Collaboration needed for lithium independence

Galvanic Energy CEO, Brent Wilson, explains in a Mining Magazine op-ed why investing in education, outreach and resources is vital for the U.S. to secure energy independence for the electric vehicle supply chain.

Dec 3, 2021

Midland hosts Galvanic Energy shareholder meeting

MIDLAND, TEXAS Dec. 3, 2021 - West Texas oil country seems an odd place for a lithium exploration company to hold a shareholder meeting, but that is precisely where Galvanic Energy recently convened its investors for a second time this year. The reason is simple, many are from or associated with Midland, Texas.

Sep 20, 2021