Lithium · Argentina
Salar del Halcón
A brine project in Salta Province with a phased development plan and a low footprint evaporation and direct extraction flowsheet.
Permitting Updated 30 June 2026
- US$520m
- Capital cost
- 25 kt LCE
- Annual capacity
- 2029
- First production
- 2 of 4
- Current stage: Permitting
Stage
Where the project stands
Permits
Approvals
| Permit | Status | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental impact statement, stage 1 | Under review | 31 March 2026 |
| Water use concession application | Under review | 31 March 2026 |
| Baseline agreement with Salta provincial authorities | Signed | 12 August 2025 |
Updates
What changed, and when
The environmental impact statement for stage 1 entered provincial review. Public consultation meetings are scheduled for the third quarter.
Pilot pond results confirmed modelled evaporation rates across two full seasons.
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