Summit Nanotech evolves lithium mines by extracting high-purity lithium from natural resources faster and more sustainably to support the global electric vehicle (EV) demand.

Summit Nanotech

Summit Nanotech Corporation is a cleantech organization transforming how the world accesses lithium for the global energy transition. Through their proprietary and sustainable direct lithium extraction (DLE) technology, Summit Nanotech is conserving natural resources and optimizing operations for lithium producers in Chile and Argentina.  

Established in 2018 and headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Summit Nanotech is a Foresight 50 honoree as one of Canada’s most investable cleantech ventures, included in the Future 50 list for fastest growing sustainability companies in Canada, and has received the 2021 MaRS Women in Cleantech Challenge, and Solar Impulse Foundation's Efficient Solutions Label awards.

Sustainable Development Technology Canada

The 51 Ventures

Creative Destruction Lab (CDL)

Capricorn Investment Group

BDC Venture Capital

BHP Ventures

Xora Innovation

Business Development Bank of Canada

BDC Capital’s Climate Tech Fund

NGP Capital

Volta Energy Technologies

Grantham Foundation

Helios Climate Ventures

Evok Innovations

Yesterday, we hosted Minister Jean-Yves Duclos and MP George Chahal at our headquarters. Their visit underscores our shared vision for building a sustainable energy future. Key commonalities from our discussions included: 

- Contributing to the country’s cleantech leadership reputation as a hub for sustainable innovation.   
- Supporting electrification goals with lithium extraction advancements to power the lithium-ion batteries crucial for electric vehicles. 
- Fostering Canada’s position in the global lithium supply chain and securing a reliable lithium source. 

Thank you, Minister Duclos and MP Chahal, for your support and engagement. Canada is committed to fostering cleantech innovation and sustainable resource development that will accelerate Canada’s clean energy transition.  

#Cleantech #EnergyTransition

Welcome to our DLE Scale Up Facility in Santiago, Chile!  

Through these doors of our 4140 m2 facility lies the magic of innovation with our direct lithium extraction technology,  denaLi™. 

Having our laboratory and operations in Chile allows us to build lasting relationships with communities and customers near some of the world’s greatest lithium assets. 

Learn about our Lithium Extraction Solutions: https://zurl.co/hAmr

📣🇨🇱 Webinar Announcement: Innovations and Opportunities in the Lithium Industry in Chile: An Analysis of the Present and Future 🌿🔋

Join us this August for an insightful webinar titled "Innovations and Opportunities in the Lithium Industry in Chile: An Analysis of the Present and Future." This session will explore the key factors shaping the lithium industry in Chile, emphasizing the country's competitive advantage in the global lithium market and its future outlook.

📅 Date: Tuesday, August 20, 2024
🕒 Time: 13:00h Chile / 14:00h Argentina / 12:00h Colombia (45 minutes duration)
🌍 Language: Spanish


Speakers:
🔘 Daniel Weinstein, Partner at Urzúa Abogados and Chairman of the Civil Society Advisory Board of the Ministry of Mining
🔘 Ariel Pliscoff, Director of Corporate Affairs, Summit Nanotech

Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights into the future of the lithium industry in Chile and its role in the global energy transition. Register today and be part of the conversation on the future of sustainable energy!

Since 2009, August 10 is a special day where we recognize the hard work, dedication, and resilience of those in the mining industry. We pay tribute to those who have made Chile a leader in  mineral extraction and contribute significantly to Chile’s economic prosperity.  

#ChileanMiners #WorkplaceSafety #NationalMinersDay #ChileEconomy #MiningIndustry #SafetyFirst

August 9 is the United Nations International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. Today and every day, we acknowledge and honor the rich cultures and contributions of Indigenous Peoples worldwide. Their deep connection to the earth offers invaluable lessons for us all as we navigate the challenges of climate change and environmental stewardship. 

Let's commit to amplifying Indigenous voices, respecting their rights, and supporting their leadership in shaping a sustainable future. 

#IndigenousPeoplesDay #RespectAndUnity 

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El 9 de agosto es el Día Internacional de los Pueblos Indígenas, declarado por la ONU. Hoy, y todos los días, reconocemos y honramos la rica cultura y las contribuciones de los Pueblos Indígenas en el mundo. Su profunda conexión con la Tierra ofrece enseñanzas invaluables para todos nosotros, en nuestro camino para hacer frente a los desafíos del cambio climático y la gestión ambiental. 

Comprometámonos a ser un medio para amplificar las voces indígenas, respetando sus derechos, y apoyando su liderazgo en la creación de un futuro sostenible. 

#díadelospueblosindígenas #derechosindígenas

Summit Nanotech is a proud member of Women in Mining Argentina. They’re building a network of organizations who are dedicated to transforming the mining industry into a more diverse and inclusive environment for women in mining. Thank you to Women in Mining Argentina in sharing our recent interview with Panorama Minero in the July issue.

El próximo martes 13 de agosto realizaremos nuestro Encuentro con InvestChile, en el que su Directora, Karla Flores, presentará los principales focos estratégicos de la organización, su relacionamiento con Canadá, y las posibles oportunidades para futura atracción de inversión canadiense a nuestro país. 
Luego, participará de un panel de conversación, el que será guiado por Rodrigo Yáñez, Secretario General de SOFOFA y Consejero de nuestra Cámara, y que contará con Jaime Pino Cox, VP y Gerente General de Innergex, y Paul Barbaro, Country Manager de Summit Nanotech. En éste, profundizarán sobre la decisión de invertir en Chile, las oportunidades y desafíos que presenta el país, y cómo perciben el entorno para el desarrollo de las inversiones en sus respectivos sectores.
Para más información, escríbenos a news@canchamchile.cl

Patricia Núñez | Arturo Le Blanc | Fabiana De Nicolo | Amparo Cornejo | Mark Bonnell | Cristina Alucema | Juan Pablo Amar | Christian Durán | Juan Carlos Cavallini | Maria Elena Cobo | Francisco Javier Appelgren Deck | Alejandro E. Donoso H. | Jorge Andrés Goth Mujica | Ariel Pliscoff

#chile #canada #investchile #inversionextranjera

Happy Pachamama Month!  

Pachamama, or Mother Earth, is a revered deity represented as the generator of life and is celebrated widely across the Andean regions every August. This month-long celebration is a time to honor and give back to the Earth. 

But how can modern industries like lithium mining respect and protect Pachamama? 

At Summit Nanotech we believe that acknowledging Pachamama means adopting sustainable mining practices that honor traditional beliefs while fostering environmental stewardship. By integrating advanced technologies and adhering to strict environmental protocols, we aim to harmonize industrial activities with the sacred traditions of the land. 

#Pachamama #Sustainability #LithiumMining #EnvironmentalStewardship

We are one of 12 companies worldwide expressing interest in developing the high-altitude lithium project at Salares Altoandinos with ENAMI Empresa Nacional de Minería. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability aligns perfectly with this significant initiative. We look forward to the results of the final selected companies in late August. See below for more information.

#LithiumProject #Sustainability

Global Business Reports (GBR) released their Chile Mining 2024 report providing insights and featuring interviews from key players taking on complex challenges in the #lithium industry. Thank you for including Summit Nanotech – #EV and lithium battery manufacturers are transitioning their supply chains for sustainable-sourced materials.  

Read the full report. https://zurl.co/g5cw

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