Since 2015, Chile has dramatically increased its solar and wind capacity year over year. It has done so without any major government subsidies. The mining industry is one of Chile’s top carbon emitters but it has also been the countries best adopter of renewables.
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Technology to Improve Lithium Extraction – The SQM Example
There has been a lot of media attention about the impact that lithium produced from Chile has on the local ecosystem. To increase production, companies will need to navigate the environmental impacts of water usage and technology will be the key to doing so. Chile is the testing ground for new technologies and there are many eyes watching to see if it can accomplished.
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Who is Winning the Hydrogen Race in Latin America?
Latin America has the right conditions to become a major hydrogen production hub. To build a sustainable industry, each country will need to have well thought out public policies, the ability to attract huge amounts of foreign investment, international partnerships, and the ability to export the final product to international markets. Find out who is winning the hydrogen race in Latin America.
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Tips for using Subcontractors in Chile
Subcontracting is used throughout the mining and industrial sectors. Chile has unique laws which have practical implications on how local companies need to manage their subcontracters. We have provided a practical guide for companies to understand how best to manage these risks.
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Can Chile Build a Lithium Value-Add Industry?
Chile’s strategy is to kick start a value-add industry for its lithium. The country not only wants to ship raw product but also capture the benefits of adding value to its natural resource. Check out our overview of the latest tender and some history on past attempts.
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Chile Renewables Growth – Project Pipeline Overview
Latin America has been growing its renewable energy capacity exponentially these last few years. The one country that stands out is Chile. Check out the overview of the project pipeline that is under construction and being evaluated by the authorities.
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