FAQ on Standard Lithium Ltd.'s Priority Status Under Trump Executive Order

What is the significance of Standard Lithium Ltd.’s South West Arkansas Project being named a priority critical mineral production project?

This designation under Executive Order 14241 by President Trump marks the project as a priority for expedited permitting and increased federal backing, aligning with national goals for energy independence and reducing reliance on foreign supply chains.

How was Standard Lithium Ltd.’s project selected for this priority status?

The project was selected by the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council, recognizing it as one of only three U.S. lithium projects—and the only Direct Lithium Extraction initiative—to receive this designation.

What is Standard Lithium Ltd.’s focus and how does this project fit into their portfolio?

Standard Lithium is a near-commercial lithium development company focusing on sustainable development of high-grade lithium-brine properties in the U.S. The South West Arkansas Project, developed with Equinor, is a greenfield project in southern Arkansas, part of their strategy for commercial-scale lithium production.

Where can I find more information about Standard Lithium Ltd. and their projects?

For more information, visit Standard Lithium’s website at www.StandardLithium.com or their newsroom at https://ibn.fm/SLI.

What are the implications of this designation for the U.S. lithium industry?

The designation supports the U.S. in achieving energy independence and reducing reliance on foreign lithium supplies by prioritizing domestic projects like Standard Lithium’s, which utilize innovative Direct Lithium Extraction technology.

Who is involved in the South West Arkansas Project besides Standard Lithium Ltd.?

The project is a joint venture with global energy leader Equinor ASA, highlighting a partnership between a leading lithium development company and a major energy firm to advance lithium production in the U.S.

What is Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) and why is it significant?

DLE is a scalable and fully integrated process for lithium extraction and purification, representing an innovative approach to sustainable, commercial-scale lithium production, as utilized by Standard Lithium in their projects.

Where is the South West Arkansas Project located?

The project is located in southern Arkansas, within the Smackover Formation, a world-class lithium-brine asset, focusing on advancing lithium production in this region.