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LiSTie Selected for the SusHi Tech Global Growth Acceleration Program

LiSTie Inc., headquartered in Rokkasyo Village, Aomori Prefecture, has recently received significant recognition by being selected for the first phase of Tokyo's "SusHi Tech Global Growth Acceleration Program." This program aims to empower startups that are innovating sustainable technologies capable of impacting social change and fostering global growth.

The SusHi Tech Global program targets startups that have the potential for rapid expansion, providing them with up to 200 million yen in funding and tailored support. This initiative represents a key part of Tokyo's efforts to nurture promising startups while driving the local economy forward.

Previously, LiSTie was recognized as one of the “SusHi Tech Global Startups” back in February of this year, marking its entry into a select group of companies that are poised for significant global growth. This recent selection for the acceleration program is a promising step for LiSTie's mission to expand its innovative recycling technology on an international scale.

Accelerating Lithium Resource Recycling

Through this program, LiSTie plans to accelerate its initiatives in implementing technologies for the recycling of used lithium-ion batteries, which is increasingly essential in today's energy landscape. The company has developed a proprietary lithium recovery technology called "LiSMIC" (Lithium Separation Method by Ionic Conductor), which allows for the extraction of ultra-high purity lithium at a required purity rate of 99.99%. This positions LiSTie as the world's first supplier of lithium sourced from recycling efforts.

LiSTie's technology not only contributes to the stabilization of lithium resource procurement, but it also enables a sustainable cycle within the market. By directly recovering lithium hydroxide from lithium ion battery (LIB) raw materials—a process previously dependent on refinement operations in China—via a single membrane approach, the company is making strides in enhancing supply chain stability in the lithium market.

Innovations in Resource Management

Moreover, one of the key features of LiSMIC is its ability to purify lithium hydroxide without any impurities that could compromise LIB performance, such as copper. This sets it apart from traditional methods, as LiSTie's technology can supply lithium that is both cost-effective and environmentally friendly.

In addition to lithium recovery for batteries, LiSTie’s innovations have broader implications. Lithium-6, an isotope of lithium, is known to migrate faster than lithium-7, indicating potential advantages for applications such as fuel production for fusion energy, anticipated to be a critical energy source in the future.

A Bright Future Ahead

LiSTie's dedication to becoming a leader in global lithium resource management is underscored by its participation in the SusHi Tech Global Growth program. The company not only aims to establish itself firmly as a reliable supplier of recycled lithium but also seeks to contribute positively to the mining industry with low-environmental-impact extraction techniques in foreign salt lakes and mines. Furthermore, there are plans underway for the stable supply of lithium-6 for future applications in fusion energy production.

As LiSTie progresses through this program, the company will leverage both the funding and custom support to propel its operations globally, making significant contributions to sustainable technology and energy solutions.

Company Overview

• - Company Name: LiSTie Inc.
• - CEO: Takeshi Hoshino
• - Headquarters: 1302-8 Onuma, Rokkasyo Village, Aomori Prefecture
• - Kashiwa Lab: 1411 Mitsui LinkLab, 6-6-2 Kashiwanoha, Kashiwa City, Chiba Prefecture
• - Founded: July 2023
• - Business: Implementation of ultra-high purity lithium recovery systems and lithium recycling for lithium-ion batteries
• - Website: LiSTie Official Site