Stardust Power confirms no industrial wastewater permit required for Oklahoma lithium facility

This determination stems from Stardust Power’s use of a closed-loop water system, which recycles water during the process and eliminates wastewater discharge to public treatment facilities or natural waterways. The company’s environmentally responsible design minimises dependency on city or county water supply after the initial filling of the facility’s tanks, while also significantly reducing wastewater generation.

Roshan Pujari, CEO and Founder of Stardust Power, said:

“Not requiring a water permit speaks to how clean a facility we have designed. Our closed-loop system significantly reduces water needs and discharge volumes. Tanks are filled and reused in processing, minimising the impact on municipal water systems. Unlike some operations that place heavy demands on local water resources, we are proud to be planning a sustainable solution that aligns with our commitment to environmental stewardship.”

This design, which precludes the need for permitting delivers several meaningful advantages for Stardust Power’s planned operations. First, it allows for accelerated project timelines, enabling the company to move efficiently through development and expansion phases. Additionally, it results in reduced regulatory compliance costs. Most importantly, the careful design work preserves municipal potable water for other uses within the community and minimises costs associated with purchasing water.

Stardust Power is making steady progress across other key permitting milestones. The company has previously announced and secured the General Permit for Stormwater Discharges from Construction Activities from the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality, enabling construction activities to move forward. In support of this permit, Stardust Power has completed its Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), which incorporates best-in-class practices to responsibly manage stormwater and protect the surrounding environment. The company’s Minor Source Air Permit has been deemed administratively complete by ODEQ and is now under technical review. Stardust Power’s team remains actively engaged with regulators and is responding promptly to all information requests.

Stardust Power is dedicated to sustainable lithium manufacturing through the use of lithium brines as its feedstock and by prioritising water conservation. The company integrates water stewardship into every stage of its operations, from exploration to production, meeting or exceeding all regulatory standards while maximising water reuse and recycling to reduce freshwater demand.

Mr. Pujari added:

“Water is a finite and shared resource. We’re not just building a processing facility; we’re building a future-minded supply chain that supports clean energy without compromising community resources.”

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