Salar Futuro Project

The project that Codelco and SQM will submit to the Environmental Assessment Service for the operation in the Salar de Atacama. It aims to achieve a more efficient and sustainable production.

That is, more lithium will be produced with less brine and without using inland waters. This is thanks to the development of technology, science and innovation committed to high sustainability standards.

Project commitments

The joint venture between Codelco and SQM aims to contribute to the global reduction
of greenhouse gasses while protecting the ecosystems of the Salar and the local communities.

The Salar Futuro project’s main objectives are: