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Geography · June 6, 2026
Argentina's great lithium salt flats: a geography of the productive Puna
A tour of the Puna's main salt flats —both producing and under development— with their location, operators and extraction methods.
Technology · June 5, 2026
LFP vs. NMC: The Battle of Battery Chemistries and Its Impact on Lithium Demand
Two chemistries dominate the lithium-ion battery market. Understanding their differences in cost, density and safety helps anticipate what kind of lithium the world will demand.
Fundamentals · June 5, 2026
How Does a Lithium-Ion Battery Work? A Clear Guide to Understanding the Heart of Electromobility
Anode, cathode, electrolyte and the journey of ions: understand in just a few minutes why lithium became a strategic mineral and how it connects to Argentina's Puna.
Fundamentals · June 5, 2026
What is lithium and why is it called “white gold”?
A light, reactive metal that became strategic for the energy transition. What it is, what it’s for, and why Argentina sits at the center of the map.
Production · June 4, 2026
Brine vs. hard rock: the two ways to produce lithium
Not all lithium is obtained the same way. The chosen route defines costs, timelines and environmental footprint — and explains Argentina’s competitive edge.
Technology · June 3, 2026
Direct Lithium Extraction (DLE): the technology accelerating production
It promises to recover more lithium, in less time and with less water than evaporation ponds. Here’s how DLE works and who uses it in Argentina.
Geography · June 2, 2026
The Lithium Triangle: why the south holds the world’s reserves
Argentina, Chile and Bolivia share the region with the planet’s highest concentration of lithium resources. Where each one stands.
Market · June 1, 2026
From salt flat to battery: the lithium value chain
Between the salt flat and the electric car there are several value-adding stages. Where Argentina stands today and where it could move next.
Regulation · May 31, 2026
RIGI for beginners: what changes for lithium mining
The Large Investment Incentive Regime reshaped the board. What it offers, who is already in, and until when you can apply.