We’re redefining lithium refining with cleaner chemistry, smarter design, and the industrial know-how to make sustainable production truly competitive.
At Lithium Ark, we combine decades of hands-on lithium expertise with breakthrough clean-tech innovation to redefine how lithium is refined. Our team develops solutions that enhance both environmental performance and economic viability. Through patented circular chemistry and rigorous real-world testing, we’ve created a process that significantly reduces CO₂ emissions, initial investment and operating costs — demonstrating that sustainability and competitiveness can advance together.
Lithium Ark was founded on decades of hands-on experience in lithium processing and environmental management. Through Process & Environmental Consultancy (PEC) (https://www.lithium-experts.com) our founders worked with nearly every major project in the Lithium Triangle and worldwide, gaining a deep understanding of the industry’s technical and operational challenges.
That experience converged with a clear realization: the lithium refining industry was relying on processes that were both environmentally damaging and economically inefficient: costly to operate, dependent on high water and energy use, and responsible for significant CO₂ emissions.
Today, Lithium Ark holds patents on a revolutionary refining process built for a cleaner, more competitive lithium future.
Through cutting-edge research, strategic partnerships, and unwavering dedication to excellence, we empower businesses and communities to achieve their sustainability goals while maintaining competitive advantage in an evolving market.
Experience, innovation, and sustainability come together in a patented refining approach designed for the realities of today’s lithium industry and the demands of tomorrow’s energy transition.
Co-Founder & CEO
VP of Engineering
25+ years of hands-on experience designing, building, and streamlining projects worldwide— from lab to full industrial scale.. MSc. in Chemical Engineering from the Technical University (TU) Eindhoven, The Netherlands.
COO
20+ years of experience in leading operations, processes, projects, and quality of lithium chemical plants, and in-depth knowledge of lithium carbonate and hydroxide processes. Metallurgical Engineer from the University of Concepción, Chile.
25+ years in Marketing, Sales & Business Management. MBA. BS Industrial Engineering from California Polytechnic State University, United States.
VP Business Development
20+ years of experience leading financial strategy, funding, and operations for mining and clean energy ventures across Latin America and Europe. MBA from IESE Business School, Spain, Management Accountant from CIMA UK and Industrial Engineer from Universidad de Lima, Peru.