American Resources’ ReElement partners with TECHGULF Ghana

American Resources’ ReElement Technologies Corporation has joined forces with TECHGULF Ghana to introduce Africa’s inaugural lithium processing and refining plant in Ghana. This collaborative effort reflects a commitment to advancing Ghana’s lithium discovery and supporting the global demand for electric vehicle components. The full scope includes improving the value step by importing ReElement’s high-value technology in processing and refining lithium ore in Ghana by Ghanaians in Africa. The joint venture aims to initially construct an advanced pilot, training facility for lithium processing in Ghana emphasising workforce skill development and knowledge transfer to empower local talent in the burgeoning lithium industry through the University of Mines and Technology. This facility will play a pivotal role in enhancing Ghana’s technological capabilities and fostering innovation in the region. Given ReElement’s unique technological advantages, the Ghanaian commercial-scale refining facility will be built with an initial capacity to produce 30,000 metric tons of battery-cell-grade lithium carbonate per year, with the ability to modularly expand capacity as the feedstock volumes of lithium-bearing ores increase in the region. The project is poised to be a catalyst for economic development in Ghana, fostering job creation, technology transfer, and sustainable practices. The construction of the lithium processing plant and training facility is slated to commence in the coming months, with an anticipated completion date in early 2025.