Strategic Partnerships and Federal Loans Propel Nevada Lithium Project Forward Lithium Americas, in partnership with General Motors and backed by a $2.26 billion U.S. Department of Energy loan, is advancing the Thacker Pass project. The joint venture aims to produce 40,000 tonnes of battery-grade lithium carbonate annually, supporting U.S. supply chains and creating thousands of jobs. Production is slated for late 2027.425