Members of the Energy Center win Ring Competition

On October 16, the launch of the Direct Lithium Extraction Methods ring took place at the

This event, which brought together leading experts in the field of lithium extraction, took place in the Victor Pillon Auditorium of the Faculty of Chemistry and Pharmacy of the Catholic University (UC), and was inaugurated by the Dean, Mr. Mario Aranda, who welcomed the attendees.

Among the participants was Professor Amir Razmjou from Edith Cowan University in Perth, Australia, as well as Mr. Gabriel Meruane Naranjo, Manager of Lithium Innovation and Processes at SQM. Also participating were Mr. Patricio Aguilera, Director of Sernageomin, and Mr. Alvaro Videla Leiva, Director of the UC Energy Center and researcher of the project.

The panel discussion, moderated by Professor René Rojas, Director of the Ring and member of the UC Energy Center, addressed crucial issues on lithium extraction technologies and their impact on sustainable development.

This event was made possible thanks to the sponsorship of SQM Lithium, the National Pilot Center (CNP), the National Geology and Mining Service (Sernageomin) and the National Agency for Research and Development. The collaboration between these institutions reinforces the commitment towards a more sustainable future and innovation in the lithium industry.

The launch of the ring marks an important step in the research and development of more efficient and responsible methods for the extraction of lithium, a key resource for the global energy transition.