Advances and promotion strategies of processes for extracting lithium from mineral resources

In recent years, the rapid development of new energy technologies has driven swift progress in lithium exploitation. Compared to brine sources, lithium is more widely distributed in mineral deposits. Therefore, the development of efficient and clean processes for lithium extraction from ores, along with the comprehensive utilization of resources, is an inevitable trend in the development of this field. This review starts by examining the strategic significance of lithium, analyzing the primary types of lithium ores, and providing a comprehensive summary and explanation of lithium ores worldwide. The categorization of lithium ores, coupled with a discussion on the principles of various lithium ores extraction technologies, forms the basis for this review. The focus lies on summarizing the comprehensive utilization of resources during the lithium ores production process, addressing challenges within the technological processes. Additionally, exploration into the development direction of new technologies emphasizing cleanliness, efficiency, and integrated utilization is undertaken.