Piedmont Lithium Inc. ('Piedmont' or 'Company') (Nasdaq:PLL; ASX:PLL), a developer of lithium resources critical to the U.S. electric vehicle supply chain, today announced three North Carolina students as scholarship recipients from the Piedmont Lithium Foundation - Power for Life, Inc. ('Power for Life').

Michael Jones of Highland School of Technology, Riley Kiser of Cherryville High School, and Ella Tynan of South Point High School were selected to receive up to $20,000 to help further their pursuit of their education related to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics ('STEM'). The recipients are eligible to receive up to $5,000 per year for four consecutive years to assist with tuition, room, and board expenses at an accredited post-secondary institution.

We are thrilled to recognize these outstanding students with scholarships,' said Kris McVey, Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer of Piedmont and President of Power for Life. 'We were impressed by Michael, Riley, and Ella because they have excelled academically while demonstrating a keen commitment to their communities. We believe these students will ultimately make significant contributions in STEM, and we look forward to supporting the next chapter of their academic careers.'

About Piedmont Lithium

Piedmont Lithium (Nasdaq:PLL; ASX:PLL) is developing a world-class, multi-asset, integrated lithium business focused on enabling the transition to a net zero world and the creation of a clean energy economy in North America. Our goal is to become one of the largest lithium hydroxide producers in North America by processing spodumene concentrate produced from assets where we hold an economic interest. Our projects include our Carolina Lithium and Tennessee Lithium projects in the United States and partnerships in Quebec with Sayona Mining (ASX:SYA) and in Ghana with Atlantic Lithium (AIM:ALL; ASX:A11). These geographically diversified operations will enable us to play a pivotal role in supporting America's move toward energy independence and the electrification of transportation and energy storage.

Contact:

Erin Sanders

Tel: +1 704 575 2549

Email: esanders@piedmontlithium.com

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