ELEVATING INDUSTRY HORIZONS:
INNOVATION MEETS SUSTAINABILITY
ABOUT US
Ethical Governance, Environmental Stewardship & Social Responsibility
Our Vision
To be the trusted global standard for sustainable and economically efficient lithium resource development.
Our Mission
To eliminate evaporation ponds in the lithium industry, paving the way for more sustainable practices.
Aqueous Resources LLC was founded in 2022 based on a process patent covering the extraction and refining of lithium and other critical battery metals and minerals from aqueous brine reservoirs. The patent and underlying IP for this alternative process technology originated through more than five years of pioneering an innovative brine pre-treatment solution, initially designed for modular oil & gas wastewater treatment. This sophisticated system converts highly contaminated produced water into clean, purified water ideal for hydraulic fracturing, without the heavy use of chemicals, and with a yield of more than 95%. Despite challenging conditions, these robust, mobile systems were commercialized after years of technology development and a $5 million investment, achieving a throughput feed capacity of 20,000 barrels per day (~3,000 m³/day). LiTHOS acquired 100% of Aqueous Resources in August 2023.
At the core of this innovation lies AcQUA™. This patent-pending electro-pressure membrane process optimizes raw brine pre-treatment and efficiently concentrates lithium chloride using multiple Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) techniques. LiTHOS has been recognized for its ingenuity, securing a $1.3 million grant from the US Department of Energy and a $250,000 grant from Colorado for accelerated pilot demonstration testing. With a fully operational lab facility, LiTHOS collaborates with strategic mineral resource owners in Chile, Argentina, and the United States, reinforcing our role as a pioneer in sustainable lithium production.
OUTLOOK:
Fully operational lithium brine processing facilities have been commissioned in Denver, Colorado, and Bessemer, Alabama – USA.
LiTHOS remains focused on processing continental brines from several strategic resource owners located in the United States, Argentina, and Chile, continually advancing our technology and expanding our impact.
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SCOTT TAYLOR B.SC
Scott has over 20 years of experience spanning finance, energy, mining, defense, and civil engineering, managing over US$250 million in technical solutions. He holds a BSc in Finance from Franklin College, Switzerland. Notable achievements include co-founding Reservoir Imaging Solutions and securing significant grants for lithium extraction technology. Scott is also a member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers and the Society of Exploration Geophysicists.
JOE FUQUA
With over 20 years of experience in technology and investment, Joe holds a BA in Computer Science from Brown University and an MBA from UCLA. Based in Miami, he specializes in capital formation and investor relations, advising companies and fund managers on strategic growth and capital markets.
CHRISTOPHER A. GREEN Ph.D.
Chris, who holds a PhD in Physical Chemistry and an MS in Petroleum Engineering, has 28 years of experience in the energy sector, specializing in advanced lithium extraction technologies. His international experience includes project management and the development of new technologies in chemical and reservoir engineering.
MICHAEL WESTLAKE
Michael deeply understands environmental sustainability and stakeholder relations, having earned degrees in Chemistry and Environmental Studies from the University of Victoria and Environmental Change and Sustainability from the University of Edinburgh.
DINO LACAPRA
Dino brings extensive international management experience, having developed long-term partnerships and operations worldwide. He has a proven track record in homeland security and renewable energy projects, and his multilingual abilities and background in international business from Georgetown University are invaluable to our global operations.
GABE SEGAL
Gabe offers extensive experience in private equity, investment banking, and consulting, focusing on energy investments. He holds a BS and MS in Industrial Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
SETH COBLENTZ
Seth has over 20 years of experience counselling high-growth businesses within tightly regulated industries. He specializes in complex investment transactions, corporate structuring, and regulatory compliance. Seth holds a BA in Latin and Greek from Loyola University of Chicago and a JD from the University of Miami.
ELYSSIA PATTERSON
Elyssia brings a wealth of experience in capital markets and has been instrumental in leading companies through public listings. In her new role, she will focus on enhancing investor relations and articulating our strategic priorities to the financial community.
SCOTT TAYLOR B.SE
Scott has over 20 years of experience spanning finance, energy, mining, defense, and civil engineering, managing over US$250 million in technical solutions. He holds a BSc in Finance from Franklin College, Switzerland. Notable achievements include co-founding Reservoir Imaging Solutions and securing significant grants for lithium extraction technology. Scott is also a member of the Society of Petroleum Engineers and the Society of Exploration Geophysicists.
MARTÍN CORREDERA SILVÁN
Martin has over 25 years of experience in international finance and management. He holds an Executive MBA from Georgetown University and an MSc in Business Administration from Universidad Complutense, Spain. He is also a U.S.-licensed CPA.
KEVIN MCKENNA
Kevin brings two decades of experience in business development, holding an MSc in Global Energy Management from the University of Colorado and a BS in Geology from Trinity University.
MICHAEL WESTLAKE
Michael deeply understands environmental sustainability and stakeholder relations, having earned degrees in Chemistry and Environmental Studies from the University of Victoria and Environmental Change and Sustainability from the University of Edinburgh.
JENNIE CHOBOTER
With 30 years in financial management, Jennie is a CPA-CA and holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Calgary, with extensive experience in corporate governance.
FREDRIK KLAVENESS
Founder and CEO of NLB Water and founder of Aqueous Resources, Fredrik has been a seasoned early-stage investor and entrepreneur for more than 25 years, primarily focusing on oilfield services, renewables and cleantech. He has a BSBA from the University of Denver and an MBA from Columbia Business School.
ROBERT BARNWELL IV
CEO and Director of Centric Infrastructure, Robert, has significantly contributed to the company's strategic growth, focusing on natural gas and fibre-optic telecom assets. He holds a BBA in Accounting and Finance and a Master of Accountancy from the University of Houston.
ERNEST SCHMIDT, B.S.
With over 35 years in water and wastewater treatment, Ernst holds several patents and is experienced in government regulations and system design, specializing in selective membrane technology.
DANA JURICK
Dana, an experienced manager in the energy sector, holds a BS in geology from Syracuse University and an MSc in geophysics from the University of Texas at El Paso. His diverse roles have spanned technical and executive positions in the energy and technology sectors.