May 26, 2025 · With two new projects, Rio Tinto is increasing its presence in Chilean lithium production. In the Salar de Maricunga, Rio Tinto will develop a lithium project with state-owned
Jan 14, 2024 · Due to its many desirable qualities, Chilean lithium is perfect for use in batteries that power electric cars. For producers wishing to grow into
Jun 19, 2024 · More than 50 companies have expressed interest in developing lithium projects in Chile, Finance Minister Mario Marcel said on Tuesday, after
May 20, 2025 · Chile''s Codelco will partner with global mining giant Rio Tinto for its new Maricunga lithium project, the state miner said on Monday, bringing a
Sep 19, 2024 · Thanks to its unique physicochemical properties, lithium-based batteries can store high energy densities while being very light. The development of these batteries, essential for
Aug 14, 2023 · After left-wing Chilean President Gabriel Boric announced plans to increase government control over lithium deposits seen as ''strategic,'' his
Jul 23, 2025 · Codelco, Chile''s state-managed copper leader, is entering a strategic partnership with SQM to advance lithium extraction in Chile from 2031 to 2060. The move highlights the
Feb 6, 2025 · Chile has wrapped up the initial phase of its efforts to award special lithium operation contracts (Ceols) to private companies, drawing applications
Nov 22, 2023 · As a key player in global lithium production, Chile''s vast salt flats attract numerous multinational corporations seeking to secure supplies of this
Feb 6, 2025 · With increasing global demand for lithium-ion batteries, Chile''s strategic efforts aim to solidify its position as a leading supplier in the global clean energy transition. Chile has
Jul 22, 2025 · Codelco, Chile''s state-run copper producer, is working with SQM to extract lithium in Chile from 2031 to 2060. Lithium is vital to a variety of climate technologies, particularly Li
Aug 15, 2023 · Exploring Chile''s new lithium strategy and its impact on the global market, competitiveness, and socio-economic development, this article delves
Lithium Chile Inc. (TSX: LITH, OTCQB: LTMCF) is a Calgary-based mineral exploration company managing over 140,000 hectares in Chile and Argentina. Focused on its Arizaro Project, it develops high-quality lithium for electric vehicles and energy storage through sustainable methods and strategic partnerships.
Lithium Chile’s contribution to battery technology centers on the exploration and development of lithium-rich brine deposits. The company’s Arizaro Project stands as its primary asset, containing 4,122,000 tonnes of lithium carbonate equivalent.
Currently, the primary players in Chile's lithium industry are SQM, accounting for approximately 65% of production, and Albemarle, holding 35%. Both companies operate in the Salar de Atacama, where they control 34% of the world's lithium supply, equivalent to approximately 44 000 tons.
In essence, lithium has a unique status in Chile, similar to hydrocarbons. Under Chilean law, lithium is considered a strategic mineral belonging to the state of Chile, and exploration and operations can only be carried out under special operation contracts (CEOL). 3.2. Companies exploiting lithium in the Salar de Atacama
In this paper, the lithium situation in Chile is examined through this lens, with an exploration of two recent public policies aimed at positively addressing these challenges and an emphasis on the need for active state involvement in these efforts.
However, lithium research in Chile is not only focused on technological developments, but examples of basic science are also being conducted, as seen in ref. 58 and 59.
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