GREENWICH, Conn. – January 7, 2026– Stardust Power Inc. (NASDAQ: SDST) (“Stardust Power” or “the Company”), an American developer of battery-grade lithium carbonate, announced today that it has engaged 38 North Solutions, LLC (“38 North”), a leading Washington, D.C. based government relations and strategic advisory firm, to support the Company’s federal policy, funding strategy, and critical-minerals engagement efforts.
38 North will provide guidance on federal public-policy priorities, critical-minerals initiatives, and engagement opportunities across agencies relevant to domestic lithium manufacturing, as Stardust Power advances its next phase of project development.
The firm specializes in critical-minerals, energy, and advanced manufacturing, with deep experience navigating federal agencies, legislative processes, and funding pathways to advance large-scale industrial projects. With critical minerals a central focus of U.S. industrial and energy policy, 38 North helps companies access incentives, form strategic partnerships, and engage with government stakeholders. This expertise positions them to support Stardust Power’s mission of building resilient American supply chains.
“As the U.S. sharpens its focus on critical minerals, supply-chain security, and domestic energy independence, our engagement with 38 North strengthens our position in Washington, D.C. at the right moment,” commented Roshan Pujari, Founder and CEO of Stardust Power. “With our FEL-3 engineering complete, construction permitting in hand, and feedstock sources available, this partnership helps accelerate the momentum behind our Muskogee refinery as we build a central pillar of America’s lithium supply chain.”
Stardust Power has established strong relationships with state and local officials to support incentives for its Muskogee facility. Previously, the Oklahoma Department of Commerce provided an illustrative incentive analysis indicating up to $257 million of potential support. In May 2024, the City and County of Muskogee approved a $27 million Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district to fund public infrastructure improvements. Stardust Power continues to engage with federal authorities on additional incentives, aligning government support with key project milestones.
“Critical minerals are at the center of U.S. national security, and Stardust Power is directly aligned with the federal mandate to secure domestic supply chains,” said Isaac Brown, Managing Partner at 38 North Solutions. “Their mission to produce battery-grade lithium in the United States supports energy security, onshoring manufacturing, and American jobs. We look forward to helping Stardust Power engage the right policymakers, agencies, and programs as this nationally significant project moves forward.”
About Stardust Power Inc.
Stardust Power is a developer battery-grade lithium carbonate designed to bolster America’s energy security through resilient supply chains. The Company is building a strategically located lithium refinery in Muskogee, Oklahoma, with the capacity to produce up to 50,000 metric tons of battery-grade lithium carbonate annually. Committed to sustainability at every stage, Stardust Power trades on Nasdaq under the ticker “SDST.”
About 38 North Solutions
38 North Solutions is a Washington, D.C. based boutique consulting firm specializing in business strategy and public policy for innovative companies. With deep expertise in clean energy, technology, sustainability, and advanced manufacturing, the firm helps clients navigate regulatory and legislative landscapes, identify strategic opportunities, and advance their priorities across federal and state governments.