A comprehensive report detailing key lithium investment projects across Latin America has been released ahead of a major industry congress, revealing billions of dollars in planned investments aimed at expanding production of the critical battery metal. The "Lithium projects Latin America" report, prepared by Vostock Capital, serves as an exclusive guide to transformative initiatives driving sustainability and growth in the region's lithium sector. This analysis is significant because it provides a consolidated view of capital deployment in a region holding some of the world's largest lithium reserves, at a time when global demand for electric vehicle batteries and energy storage is accelerating.
The report was compiled in advance of the 7th International Congress Lithium Latin America, scheduled for June 4–5, 2026, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The congress will convene heads of leading lithium operators to discuss project development within current economic realities. The gathering's importance lies in its role as a forum for coordinating the strategic expansion of lithium supply chains, which are essential for meeting international climate goals and securing the materials needed for the clean energy transition.
Among the high-value projects featured in the report is the expansion of the Fénix Project, now under Arcadium Lithium, with a planned investment of $1.4 billion to increase annual lithium carbonate production from 18,000 to 40,000 tons, pending environmental approvals. Another major initiative is the Rio Tinto Rincon Project in Argentina, valued at approximately $2.5 billion, which aims to extract lithium from salt brines as part of the country's strategy to boost output. The Kachi Project, developed by Lake Resources in Catamarca, Argentina, represents a $1.1 billion investment forecast to yield an average of 25,500 tons of lithium carbonate equivalent (LCE) annually.
The implications of these projects are substantial for global markets, regional economies, and the pace of the energy transition. Successfully bringing this scale of production online could help alleviate potential lithium shortages, influence commodity prices, and solidify Latin America's position as a central hub in the battery supply chain. For industries reliant on lithium, such as automotive and renewable energy, the report signals a forthcoming increase in raw material availability, which is crucial for scaling manufacturing and reducing costs. The report is based on data from open sources, and Vostock Capital has noted it accepts no liability for reliance on the information presented. Further updates from the organizer are available in the company’s newsroom at https://tinyurl.com/vostocknewsroom.
