Mining minister Marcela Hernando noted the country's attempt to capitalize on the lithium boom was a strategy, not a policy.

The 50/50 joint venture will explore for metals considered key for the world’s energy transition in the Middle eastern country.

Researchers developed a new sponge that can remove heavy metals like lead and cobalt from contaminated water, leaving safe, drinkable water behind.

Employment in Argentina’s lithium mining sector grew by 68% year-over-year.