Emerson has been selected by Lithium Americas to deliver its full automation portfolio and technical services for the Thacker Pass lithium project in northern Nevada.
The site is home to the world’s largest known measured lithium resource and reserve, and will play a pivotal role in securing a domestic supply of battery-grade lithium for electric vehicles, energy storage and data centres.
“Working with Emerson is expected to help us fulfil our purpose to safely and sustainably produce lithium from Thacker Pass,” said Lithium Americas president and CEO Jonathan Evans. “Their automation technologies will help us enable North America to reduce dependence on foreign critical minerals and drive value for our stakeholders.”
Emerson’s automation will support mine and processing facility development, helping the Thacker Pass lithium project operate safely, efficiently and reliably. The company brings decades of mining expertise, a streamlined execution model, and local support through its Impact Partner, Caltrol, which will provide valve and instrument servicing from a dedicated centre.
“Thacker Pass is a landmark project for North America’s electrification,” said Emerson’s chief operating officer Ram Krishnan. “Our goal is to help Lithium Americas start up safely and operate reliably, powering the next chapter of American innovation.”
Phase 1 of the Thacker Pass lithium project is expected to produce up to 40,000 tonnes of lithium carbonate annually – enough for batteries in 800,000 electric vehicles.
