With an unpredictable geopolitical landscape and US lithium demands projected to skyrocket over 500% by 2030, now is the time for American innovation in the outdated lithium refinement industry.
Stardust Power officially started on-site construction operations at its $1.2 billion lithium refinery in Muskogee County, Oklahoma. Along with officials representing Stardust Power, Oklahoma’s Lieutenant Governor, Matt Pinnell was present at this groundbreaking event.
“We are proud that we have priced this round of financing with investment from a large institutional investor, representing their support for the Stardust Power story. This financing continues building on our progress towards the FID stage for our large central lithium refinery.” noted Stardust Power Founder and CEO, Roshan Pujari.
On Wednesday, representatives from the Oklahoma Department of Commerce were on hand in Muskogee, Oklahoma, to celebrate the groundbreaking of one of the largest lithium refineries in the country.
Stardust Power officially broke ground on January 22, 2025, on its lithium refinery at the Southside Industrial Park in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Senior officials from Stardust Power, Lieutenant Governor Matt Pinnell, and the Mayor of Muskogee, Patrick Cale, were present at the ceremony, along with other state and local officials.
FOX23 News Tulsa reports on Stardust Power building one of the largest lithium refineries in the entire country, based in Green Country.
As COO, Mr. Celano brings over 20 years of executive leadership experience, combining a strong background as a Chief Executive Officer, practicing securities attorney, and a graduate of the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
2024 has been a watershed year for Stardust Power. We are deeply grateful to our team, partners, stakeholders, and investors, and look forward to an exciting 2025.
Mr. Buttenshaw brings extensive experience in the metals and mining sector, having held leadership roles at companies such as Mackay Precious Metals Inc. (“Mackay”), Pala Investments, and Atacama Copper Corp. His long track record in driving growth, overseeing strategic initiatives, and leading transformation in the mining and raw materials supply chain, particularly for electric vehicles and renewable energy sectors, will be valuable as Stardust Power aims to scale and innovate in the lithium market.
Thank you@Nasdaq for supporting Stardust Power’s milestone completion of our Muskogee site acquisition and key permit.