Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced the “largest” lithium refinery in the United States is “now operational.”
The largest Lithium refinery in America is now operational https://t.co/CLVlISRCy4
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 14, 2026
The refinery, which is the “first battery-grade lithium hydroxide refining facility in North America,” is now operational in Texas, The Center Square reports.
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“Our Lithium Refinery ushers in energy independence for North America. Regionalized access to critical battery minerals brings jobs, cuts emissions & helps accelerate our mission,” Tesla North America stated.
Check it out:
Our Lithium Refinery ushers in energy independence for North America
Regionalized access to critical battery minerals brings jobs, cuts emissions & helps accelerate our mission pic.twitter.com/zy8eFX7i3c
— Tesla North America (@tesla_na) January 14, 2026
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