Maricunga Project

GPTKB entity

Statements (74)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:sports_equipment
gptkbp:accessories long-term agreements with manufacturers
gptkbp:advances adoption of new extraction technologies
gptkbp:benefits infrastructure development
gptkbp:challenges logistical difficulties
gptkbp:climate arid desert
gptkbp:collaboration_with_governments support from local authorities
gptkbp:collaborations academic institutions
gptkbp:collaborative_projects joint ventures with other companies
gptkbp:community_engagement local indigenous groups
gptkbp:community_support local advocacy groups
gptkbp:competitors other lithium projects in South America
gptkbp:conservation ongoing assessments
gptkbp:discovered_by gptkb:2010
gptkbp:economic_impact job creation in local communities
influence on lithium market prices
gptkbp:environmental_concerns compliance with Chilean laws
gptkbp:environmental_impact potential water usage concerns
gptkbp:financial_projections positive cash flow expected
gptkbp:funding secured through various channels
diverse funding options
gptkbp:future_plans expansion of operations
gptkbp:future_prospects optimistic due to demand
gptkbp:geological_formation salars
gptkbp:has_public_transport nearby highways
gptkbp:historical_achievement completion of feasibility studies
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Maricunga Project
gptkbp:impact significant on regional economy
environmental and social risks
gptkbp:innovation focus on innovative practices
improved extraction methods
gptkbp:investment $500 million
foreign direct investment
attracting venture capital
gptkbp:investment_focus electric vehicle batteries
gptkbp:is_a_resource_for lithium
gptkbp:is_explored_in approximately 10,000 hectares
gptkbp:is_visible_from increased media attention
gptkbp:local_economy boost to local businesses
gptkbp:location gptkb:Chile
gptkbp:market_position leading lithium project in Chile
gptkbp:military_service 1.2 million tonnes of lithium
gptkbp:notable_artifact potassium
gptkbp:operated_by Lithium Power International
gptkbp:part_of Salar de Maricunga
gptkbp:part_of_global_market lithium supply chain
gptkbp:partnerships various technology firms
alliances with industry leaders
gptkbp:payment_methods equity and debt financing
gptkbp:project pre-production
estimated completion in 2025
experienced mining professionals
sustainable lithium production
phased approach to construction
gptkbp:project_management_team experienced professionals in mining industry
gptkbp:project_regulations strict adherence to laws
gptkbp:projected_annual_output 20,000 tonnes of lithium carbonate equivalent
gptkbp:projected_production_start 2024
gptkbp:public_perception support for renewable energy
gptkbp:regulatory_compliance pending
gptkbp:risk_factor political instability
gptkbp:stakeholders gptkb:Chilean_government
regular community meetings
gptkbp:strategic_importance critical for battery production
gptkbp:supply_chain local suppliers
focus on ethical sourcing
gptkbp:sustainability_efforts reduce carbon footprint
commitment to environmental stewardship
gptkbp:sustainability_initiatives water recycling plans
gptkbp:trends increased demand for lithium
gptkbp:type lithium brine
gptkbp:uses_technology direct lithium extraction
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Kinross_Gold_Corporation
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7