Chile discovers largest lithium deposit in desert region

Geologists in Chile announced the discovery of the largest lithium deposit in the Atacama Desert, potentially doubling the country’s lithium reserves. The deposit is estimated to contain more than 20 million tons of lithium carbonate equivalent, vital for electric vehicle batteries and renewable energy storage. Local authorities said exploration will continue over the next months, and environmental assessments are being conducted to evaluate the impact of potential extraction on water resources in the arid region.