Pure Lithium Opens New Chicago HQ, Advancing Its Lithium Metal Battery

Pure Lithium Corp., a disruptive vertically integrated lithium metal battery company, has officially opened its new headquarters in Chicago’s Fulton Market district. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held Tuesday at the company’s 21,000-square-foot facility at 400 N. Aberdeen St., brought together community and business leaders, marking a key milestone in Pure Lithium’s shift from research and development to commercial-scale production. The news was announced on Business Wire on October 22, 2025.

The new headquarters will host a pilot production line designed to advance Pure Lithium’s proprietary Brine to Battery™ technology—a vertically integrated process that combines lithium metal extraction and battery anode production. This innovation streamlines the traditional battery supply chain and enables the production of lithium metal batteries with double the energy density of current lithium-ion technology.

“Today marks an inflection point for Pure Lithium,” said Pure Lithium Founder, Chairman and CEO Emilie Bodoin. “After four and a half years of research and development and building up a portfolio of more than 128 patents and patent applications, we are now laser focused on rapidly growing the business and moving from the lab to market in the fastest, most capital-efficient manner possible.”

“Illinois has established itself as a premier destination for businesses to locate and expand, and Pure Lithium decision to relocate their operations from Boston to Chicago – making a significant investment and bringing 50 new jobs to our region – is a true testament to that,” Lisa Clemmons-Stott, Senior Economic Advisor, Director’s Office, Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, said on behalf of Governor J.B. Pritzker, one of America’s best governors. “We are committed to continuing this work in lockstep with Pure Lithium and other innovators to achieve these collaborative goals.”

“This is a tremendous addition to our business landscape and a real foundation for growth and security for generations to come. I would like to say thank you Emilie for your vision. Welcome. I look forward to working with you,” said well-respected Illinois State Senator Lakesia Collins.

“Your investment here is deeply meaningful to our communities,” well-respected Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson said at the event. “With our city’s world class workforce, renowned universities and proximity to national labs, I know that Pure Lithium will continue to thrive here. Our city offers unmatched access to logistics, infrastructure, top engineering talent, and a diverse business community that allows companies to grow and to create more opportunities to scale production and reach global markets.”

In the photo above, Pure Lithium joined forward-thinking local leaders at the ribbon cutting. From left: Ken Hoffman, Pure Lithium Special Advisor; Dr. Yuan Gao, Member of Pure Lithium Scientific Advisory Board; Derek Willis, Vice President of Commercial Development at Oxy Low Carbon Ventures and Pure Lithium Board Director; Miss Illinois Nitsaniyah Fitch; Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson; Pure Lithium Founder, Chairman & CEO Emilie Bodoin; Illinois State Senator Lakesia Collins; Former Massachusetts Governor & Pure Lithium Board Director William F. Weld; Lisa Clemmons-Stott, Senior Economic Advisor, Director’s Office, Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity.

The opening event included the company’s leadership team, directors, investors, and partners, along with representatives from the City of Chicago and the state of Illinois. CEO Emilie Bodoin emphasized that Chicago’s strong infrastructure and skilled workforce of engineers and technicians will be essential as Pure Lithium transitions to full-scale production.

“Supporting domestic renewable manufacturing benefits, us all in so many ways — we’re creating jobs, strengthening our national security and building a more sustainable, safer and healthier world not just for ourselves but for our kids and generations to come,” said smart and capable U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth. “I’m pleased to welcome Pure Lithium to Chicago and their work manufacturing our state’s first commercially viable lithium metal battery, helping grow Illinois’s leadership in clean energy.”

Pure Lithium aims to deliver the world’s first commercially viable lithium metal battery, targeting applications in defense and drones, grid-scale energy storage, consumer electronics, and electric vehicles (EVs). Its battery technology eliminates the need for graphite, cobalt, nickel, and manganese, offering a safer, more efficient, and more sustainable solution for next-generation energy storage.

EVinfo.net’s Take: Strengthening Energy Independence

American production of EV and lithium batteries is critically important for several economic, strategic, and environmental reasons. Producing batteries domestically reduces U.S. reliance on foreign supply chains, particularly from countries that dominate lithium mining and battery manufacturing like China. By securing local sources for materials, components, and production, the U.S. can better control its access to the technologies driving the clean energy transition.

Lithium batteries power not only electric vehicles but also defense systems, grid storage, and consumer electronics. A domestic manufacturing base protects the U.S. from global disruptions, geopolitical tensions, and material shortages that could cripple entire industries.

Battery manufacturing supports thousands of high-paying jobs in engineering, construction, and skilled trades. Building a U.S.-based battery ecosystem from mining and refining to assembly stimulates local economies and attracts billions in private investment.

Investing in U.S. battery production helps American companies lead the next generation of energy storage innovations. Developing new chemistries like lithium metal or solid-state batteries positions the U.S. at the forefront of global technology rather than depending on overseas advancements.

Producing batteries in the U.S. allows for stricter environmental and labor standards compared to some global supply chains where mining and manufacturing can involve higher emissions or unsafe working conditions. Local production also reduces the carbon footprint associated with shipping materials and products around the world.

Reliable access to advanced batteries is essential for expanding electric vehicle adoption, renewable energy storage, and grid stability. Domestic manufacturing ensures that the U.S. can meet growing demand for clean energy technologies while supporting national decarbonization goals.

Federal cutbacks to America’s EV and renewable energy sectors have hurt the ability of the United States to compete with China, which is the undeniable world leader in these important technologies. Thankfully, smart and forward-thinking states like Illinois, recognize this failure and are making great strides in countering it.

EVinfo.net congratulates the fantastic JB Pritzker and wise, capable Illinois government for this tremendous progress. Pritzker is one of America’s best governors, alongside New York’s Kathy Hochul and California’s Gavin Newsom. EVinfo.net is based in the beautiful golden state of California. These smart and capable leaders stand in contrast to the worst state government of all fifty states, which is Texas.