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Is lithium a critical energy resource in Chile?

The global and regional significance of lithium as a critical energy resource is examined. The evolution of Chile's lithium industry is analyzed, emphasizing two recent key policy initiatives: the 2015 National Lithium Commission report and the newly launched national lithium strategy. The salient features of these initiatives are outlined.

How much lithium is in the Salar de Atacama?

The lithium reserves in the Salar de Atacama, owned by Corfo, are globally significant. Of the estimated 28.3 million tons of lithium reserves, 7.5 million are located in this salt flat.

Why is Atacama a good place to buy lithium?

Furthermore, in terms of cost advantages, the production expenses for lithium in Atacama are the lowest worldwide due to favorable evaporation conditions resulting from the region's climate and the existing infrastructure facilitated by the presence of major copper mining operations nearby. 3.3. National Lithium Commission

Why is the lithium market growing so fast?

This has mainly been due to the rapid growth of the battery market, where in 2010 this market demanded 23% of lithium usage, in 2017 46%, and by 2023 it encompassed over 80% of lithium usage, with electromobility being the area where a greater growth in demand is observed (see Figure 2).

What are the new lithium contracts?

These revised contracts include provisions such as a royalty on sales ranging from 6.8% to 40%, depending on lithium prices, and reserving 15% to 25% of extracted lithium for sale at preferential rates to manufacturing companies establishing operations in Chile.

What is a Lithium Technology Center?

This center is a research initiative focused on technological innovation for the entire value chain of lithium batteries. 56 Another Chilean center focused on developing lithium technologies is the Advanced Mining Technology Center (AMTC), located at the University of Chile.