The role of lithium in the current energy transformation.The case of Mexico

Authors

  • Paglo Sigifrido Corte Cruz BUAP Author
  • Marío Miguel Carrillo Huerta BUAP Author
  • Francisco Manuel Gutiérrez Ochoa BUAP Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63042/86352459

Keywords:

energy transformation, Mining Law, lithium, geo-location

Abstract

In Mexico, as of the energy reform of 2013, the technology of photovoltaic solar panels and wind
turbines is promoted, which requires the use of various minerals, mainly lithium. Thus, in 2022
reforms to the Mining Law are approved, focused on the nationalization of this strategic mineral.
This essay analyzes the importance of lithium in energy matters and the implications of the Mining
Law now in place. In addition, an analysis of the geo-location of the mineral is made for the three
states that have the largest number of deposits in Mexico: Sonora, Puebla, and Oaxaca. Among the
conclusions, it is pointed out that there are many elements that are not clear in the Mining Law
regarding the exploration and exploitation of this mineral, as well as its contribution to the energy
transformation of Mexico.

Author Biographies

  • Paglo Sigifrido Corte Cruz, BUAP

    Profesor-Investigador SNI I

  • Marío Miguel Carrillo Huerta, BUAP

    Profesor-Investigador SNI III

  • Francisco Manuel Gutiérrez Ochoa, BUAP

    Profesor-Investigador SNI I

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Published

2024-08-20 — Updated on 2026-06-19

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