Anson, POSCO Green River Lithium Deal
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported May 12, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026
The definitive agreement between E.ON and Nubank for a lithium extraction plant is expected to positively impact both companies' stock prices due to the validation of the Green River Lithium Project's potential and the strengthening of the U.S. domestic battery materials supply chain. This collaboration could also boost investor confidence in the broader lithium and EV sectors.
E.ON and Nubank have received board approval for a definitive Demonstration Plant Agreement to construct and operate a Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) demonstration facility at the Green River Lithium Project in Utah, United States. Nubank will be responsible for the engineering, construction, operation, and maintenance of the facility, and will pay E.ON a non-dilutive facilitation fee of approximately AUD $7.2 million (USD $5.2 million). This agreement marks a significant progression from a previous Memorandum of Understanding and aims to validate lithium extraction at a continuous industrial scale. The collaboration is strategically important for de-risking the Green River Lithium Project and positioning it as a key participant in the emerging U.S. domestic battery materials supply chain. The definitive agreement is expected to be signed before the end of Q2 2026, with operations commencing in 2027 and completing in 2028. Both companies will continue to explore broader commercial opportunities, including potential future joint investment.
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