LITHICRETE™

We are decarbonising the concrete industry by recycling battery-grade lithium waste.

Aims

LITHICRETE™ seeks to transform lithium slag (LS), a by-product from battery-grade lithium carbonate production, into a key raw material for low-carbon concrete. By linking the lithium and cement industries, the project will develop durable, sustainable concrete infrastructure while providing an immediate use for the estimated 800,000 tonnes of LS generated annually. This approach will cut CO₂ emissions, reduce waste, and create a circular, resource-efficient solution for two energy-intensive sectors.

Partners

LITHICRETE™ brings together a multidisciplinary consortium of leading organisations spanning industry, academia, and policy makers. This collaborative network combines world-class expertise in engineering, materials science, mineral extraction, low-carbon innovation, infrastructure development, and academic research, ensuring a robust and holistic approach to delivering the project’s objectives and advancing sustainable solutions.

Project partners include:

ARUP
British Lithium
Carbon Upcycling
Celtic Minerals Ltd
CEMEX UK
Critical Minerals Association
Dragon Alfa Cements Ltd
Knights Brown
Marine Energy Wales
Marine Energy Testing Area
Mineral Products Association (MPA)
Mott MacDonald
National Highways
Tecnalia
Imperial College London
University of Hertfordshire
University of Bath.

Events

Visiting Imerys British Lithium (IBL) pilot plant to gain first-hand insight into the lithium extraction and processing operations.

The visit provided valuable understanding of the manufacturing process and strengthened collaboration between our teams.
Attending the Institute of Materials, Minerals & Mining (IOM3) 44th Cement and Concrete Science Conference 2025 in Leeds.
Presenting our latest work on lithium mining waste and our future plans at 44th Cement & Concrete Science Conference 2025.

The conference was an excellent platform to share knowledge, exchange ideas, and engage with leading experts shaping the future of sustainable construction materials.