Researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) developed an innovative technology to extract lithium from seawater. This case study highlights the translation activities and collaborative efforts among the KAUST startup Lithium Infinity and key stakeholders in the Kingdom—including the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources, Ma’aden, Saudi Aramco, and KAUST.

Explore how to address water scarcity while simultaneously reducing energy consumption in desalination processes, particularly reverse osmosis (RO). The discussion will focus on ensuring long-term sustainability without compromising environmental integrity, and will feature perspectives from leading innovators in the water and energy sectors.