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SPAC NOEM to pursue lithium and strontium recovery from oilfield brines

Jul 17, 2026, 11:39 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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The LOI signals a potential strategic transaction and diversification into critical minerals, which can create upside if a definitive agreement materializes; however, lack of detail and status risk cap upside.

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CO2 Energy Transition Corp. (NOEM) disclosed a non-binding LOI with a Texas oil and gas operator to extract lithium and strontium from subsurface brines using existing infrastructure. The plan envisions a three-pronged revenue model: natural gas, lithium, and strontium, aimed at reducing lithium price risk and enabling domestic magnet material production, with definitive agreements targeted by September 16, 2026.

NOEM signs non-binding LOI with Texas oil/gas co to recover lithium and strontium.
Target leverages oilfield assets to generate gas plus lithium and strontium revenue.
Long-term vision: domestic strontium ferrite magnets for defense and energy supply.
Definitive agreements targeted by Sept 16, 2026, subject to due diligence and approvals.

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