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Will Rio Tinto expand Rincon Lithium Project in Argentina?
Rio Tinto earmarks $2.5bn to expand Rincon lithium project capacity in Argentina to 60,000 t/y.
How much lithium will Argentina produce in 2025?
Salar de Olaroz. Image from Orocobre, now Arcadium Lithium. Argentina, the world’s fifth-largest lithium producer, expects to produce 130,800 tonnes of lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE) in 2025, a 75% increase from 2024, the Argentine Chamber of Mining Companies (CAEM) said Tuesday.
Could Rio Tinto help Argentina become a key lithium supplier?
Rio Tinto’s investment could help Argentina emerge as a key supplier in the global lithium race. What sets Rincón apart is its use of Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE) technology. This innovative method promises to slash water use and environmental impact compared to traditional lithium extraction.
What is happening in Argentina's lithium carbonate production capacity?
Argentina’s lithium carbonate production capacity has already tripled in the last two years. Around 85 projects are currently at various stages of development in northwestern Argentina, ranging from basic exploration to infrastructure building.
How will Argentina support the growth of the lithium industry?
Argentina will almost certainly continue to facilitate the growth of the lithium industry by welcoming more foreign and local investments, opening up new mines and potentially developing partnerships with neighbours Chile and Bolivia. Local communities will more than likely attempt to challenge the expansion through various non-violent means.
Is Rio Tinto ready for a long-term lithium project?
Rio Tinto’s CEO, Jakob Stausholm, is banking on lithium’s long-term prospects. With electric vehicle sales surging worldwide, demand for lithium is expected to skyrocket in the coming decades. Rincón’s 40-year projected lifespan positions Rio Tinto to ride this wave for the long haul. The project isn’t without challenges.