"Breaking Ground for a Green Future: CTR's Lithium Valley Campus"
In a significant stride towards sustainable energy, Controlled Thermal Resources (CTR) is set to break ground on its groundbreaking lithium extraction and geothermal project in Calipatria. After almost a decade of meticulous planning, the company is on the verge of initiating what they claim to be the world's "first fully integrated lithium and renewable power production facility."
This pioneering project, known as the Lithium Valley Campus, is slated to be a multi-billion-dollar clean energy precinct comprising seven stages. CTR's CEO, Rod Colwell, expressed enthusiasm, stating, "CTR will break ground on the world’s first fully integrated lithium and geothermal development!" The ceremony will witness the presence of distinguished guests, including President Joe Biden’s Senior Advisor for Clean Energy Innovation, John Podesta, and former Secretary of Transportation, Rodney Slater.
The Lithium Valley Campus aims to serve as the world's largest and most sustainable lithium and power production campus. The facility will play a pivotal role in extracting critical minerals and rare earths for recovery and processing, all within a single U.S. location. What sets this project apart is the potential co-location of battery materials production, manufacturing, and recycling facilities, all powered by firm, clean renewable energy.
The project aligns with various national goals, from reducing domestic battery supply chain risks to supporting carbon emission reductions. It is anticipated to create thousands of jobs, attract new industries and capital investments, and secure domestic lithium for up to five million electric vehicles annually.
Key dignitaries, such as Batteries, Fuel Cells, & Commodities General Motors Executive Director Sham Kunjur, EXIM Bank President Rita Lewis, and Assemblyman Eduardo Garcia, among others, are expected to attend the groundbreaking ceremony.
The Hell’s Kitchen project, as it is known, boasts a potential investment of around $28 billion and could generate job opportunities for up to 7,940 employees. Once completed, the Lithium Valley Campus will encompass power production facilities, lithium extraction mines, and battery hubs.
This ambitious initiative is a significant step towards achieving clean energy independence and addressing the growing demand for lithium, a critical component in the production of electric vehicle batteries. With the support of influential figures and a vision for a sustainable future, CTR's Lithium Valley Campus stands as a beacon of innovation and progress in the realm of renewable energy.
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