Smackover Lithium, a joint venture between Standard Lithium Ltd. and Equinor, has announced that its South West Arkansas Project has been selected as one of the first critical mineral production projects to be advanced under Executive Order 14241, “Immediate Measures to Increase American Mineral Production,” issued on March 20, 2025, by President Donald Trump.
The designation was announced by the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council at the recommendation of the National Energy Dominance Council.
The SWA Project, a cornerstone of Smackover Lithium’s mission to bolster domestic lithium production, has been included on the Federal Permitting Dashboard as a transparency project.
This designation ensures increased transparency, accountability, and predictability in the permitting review process, aligning with President Trump’s directive to expedite domestic critical mineral projects. The support from the White House signals strong federal backing for the project, reinforcing its role in reducing U.S. reliance on China.
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