ASX-listed Loyal Lithium has announced a strategic expansion of its North American battery minerals and technology portfolio, aiming to capitalise on the energy emergency declared by US President Donald Trump.

The company said on Thursday that its 2025 strategy would focus on US minerals and supply chain technologies supporting a dynamic electrical grid.

Loyal Lithium MD Adam Ritchie stated that the company was well-positioned to take advantage of the shifting political and economic landscape. “In this evolving political and economic landscape, we see a remarkable opportunity emerging in North America. Loyal Lithium is uniquely positioned to capitalise on this moment and broaden our business, thanks to our newly strengthened board, key partnerships, and a deep understanding of the North American market,” he said.

The company will maintain its North American hard rock lithium assets while exploring new opportunities in the sector, including the North American “ground-to-grid initiative”.

Loyal Lithium said it has $5.5-million in funding to advance its 2025 strategy within a revitalised North American energy market.

Trump recently declared a national energy emergency, citing the need to enhance US energy independence and strengthen the country’s power infrastructure. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the US was in an “energy race” with China, underscoring the urgency of securing domestic energy resources and modernising the electrical grid.

The executive order is aimed at addressing high energy prices and an unreliable grid by streamlining regulations and expediting approval processes for mines and other critical infrastructure. The administration’s strategy includes prioritising domestic mineral extraction to support the energy sector, including the development of lithium and copper resources essential for battery storage and grid stability.

“With a strong treasury and an impressive hard rock lithium portfolio, we are well-prepared to seize this North American ground-to-grid opportunity within a once-in-a-lifetime energy transition," Ritchie said.

The company highlighted the increasing importance of lithium and copper in grid modernisation, stating that the growing adoption of electric vehicles and AI-powered data centres required a more dynamic and resilient electrical grid.

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Loyal Lithium said it would continue to develop its lithium assets while pursuing a strategic plan for its sedimentary-hosted Scotty lithium project near Las Vegas, Nevada.

The company plans to spin out 51% of the Scotty project into a separate ASX listing, with a priority offer to existing shareholders.

The record date for this offer will be announced shortly.