Analyzing the Feasibility of Lithium Extraction in Mexico: Supply Chain Modeling with Economic and Environmental Considerations DOI Open Access

Jovanna Carranza-Maldonado,

Rogelio Ochoa-Barragán, Hilda R. Guerrero Garcí­a Rojas

et al.

Processes, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 13(4), P. 1116 - 1116

Published: April 8, 2025

Lithium is a strategic resource due to its use in rechargeable batteries for electric vehicles and electronic devices, driving high demand extraction. This study analyzes the lithium supply chain Mexico, focusing on both extraction of carbonate export potential producing lithium–ion grease, considering their environmental impact. The proposed mixed integer linear programming (MILP) model, solved using GAMS modeling environment, suggests that Mexico viable, with Sonora having greatest capacity. Three solutions were evaluated: Solution A maximizes profits (USD 317.19 M) but has greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (1,119,808 tons), B balances 186.98 lower (559,904 C prioritizes emission reduction (44,792 tons) at cost 48.20 M). implies scenario severe restrictions, which indirectly leads investment costs by avoiding production grease batteries. highlights impact tariffs U.S. exports, 25% tariff making exports economically unviable. underscores need diversify markets. Decision-makers can this model explore alternative strategies, reduce dependence single market, optimize economic sustainability sector.

Language: Английский

Analyzing the Feasibility of Lithium Extraction in Mexico: Supply Chain Modeling with Economic and Environmental Considerations DOI Open Access

Jovanna Carranza-Maldonado,

Rogelio Ochoa-Barragán, Hilda R. Guerrero Garcí­a Rojas

et al.

Processes, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 13(4), P. 1116 - 1116

Published: April 8, 2025

Lithium is a strategic resource due to its use in rechargeable batteries for electric vehicles and electronic devices, driving high demand extraction. This study analyzes the lithium supply chain Mexico, focusing on both extraction of carbonate export potential producing lithium–ion grease, considering their environmental impact. The proposed mixed integer linear programming (MILP) model, solved using GAMS modeling environment, suggests that Mexico viable, with Sonora having greatest capacity. Three solutions were evaluated: Solution A maximizes profits (USD 317.19 M) but has greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (1,119,808 tons), B balances 186.98 lower (559,904 C prioritizes emission reduction (44,792 tons) at cost 48.20 M). implies scenario severe restrictions, which indirectly leads investment costs by avoiding production grease batteries. highlights impact tariffs U.S. exports, 25% tariff making exports economically unviable. underscores need diversify markets. Decision-makers can this model explore alternative strategies, reduce dependence single market, optimize economic sustainability sector.

Language: Английский

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