Accelerating energy innovation by strengthening the lithium value chain

LRIC provides no-cost consulting, funding guidance, and connections to industry experts for entrepreneurs and small businesses across the lithium value chain. Get help starting, growing, and commercializing your venture.

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Enhancing national security by building a more resilient and sustainable lithium supply chain

Enhancing national security by building a more resilient and sustainable lithium supply chain

How Support Works

No-cost support for entrepreneurs and small businesses across the lithium value chain—nationwide.

  1. Tell us what you need

    Share where your business fits in the supply chain, what you’re working on, and the challenges you want to tackle.

  2. Connect with our team

    We’ll learn about your goals and help identify the expertise, resources, and connections that fit your needs.

  3. Take your next step

    Get practical guidance, expert introductions, and support exploring funding and growth opportunities.

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LRIC in the News

Explore coverage and partner announcements highlighting LRIC’s work across the lithium value chain.

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Stardust Power ·

Stardust Power Joins Lithium Regional Innovation Cluster to Strengthen American Lithium Supply Chain

Stardust Power announces its participation in LRIC, connecting lithium refining expertise with collaboration across the domestic supply chain.

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Media Coverage

Arkansas Money & Politics ·

Transformational Industries

Florence Meadors discusses LRIC’s subject matter expert network and opportunities for small businesses supporting Arkansas’s lithium industry.

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Upcoming Public Events

OPEN TO EVERYONE

2026

Breakfast Club: Access to Capital

Kiva NWA & Fayetteville Chamber · Fayetteville · Free

November 12, 9–10 a.m. Central. Explore small-business funding options and learn about Kiva loans over breakfast.

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2026

Understanding Government Funding

Startup Junkie / ORIC · Online · Free

December 8, noon–1 p.m. Central. Learn about SBIR/STTR and other federal and state funding for transportation, logistics, and industrial innovation.

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