A1 Lithium announced plans to advance the Green River Lithium Project in Utah’s Paradox Basin to support domestic lithium production for electric vehicles and energy storage. The project is expected to create 138 new jobs and bring $546 million in capital investment to Utah.
The announcement followed collaboration among the City of Green River, EDC
Utah, the Utah Inland Port Authority (UIPA), and the Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED). David Wilson, director of planning and enforcement with the City of Green River, stated that the project brings real investment and long-term economic opportunities to the community while positioning Green River at the center of strengthening America’s domestic supply of critical minerals.
A1 Lithium, a wholly owned subsidiary of Australian-listed Anson Resources, aims to supply high-purity lithium carbonate using environmentally friendly extraction methods. The first phase of the project is designed to produce approximately 10,000 metric tons of battery-grade lithium carbonate annually. Bruce Richardson, president of Anson Resources, noted that the company chose to invest in Utah due to high-level support for critical mineral projects and the state's transparent mining policies.
To support the project, the Utah Inland Port Authority offered A1 Lithium a property tax incentive designed to promote economic growth and investment in public infrastructure. Additionally, the Utah Governor’s Office of Economic Development approved A1 Lithium for a Rural Economic Development Tax Increment Financing (REDTIF) incentive. GOED Commissioner Jefferson Moss stated that the project in Emery County marks a significant advancement for rural economic growth in Utah.
The Green River Lithium Project is an advanced-stage lithium extraction site strategically positioned to become a key domestic supplier of battery-grade lithium carbonate. Lithium is a critical mineral used in electric vehicles, energy storage systems, electronics, and defense applications.
