Laguna Verde New CEOL Streamlined Process Opened

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CleanTech Lithium PLC has announced that the application process for a Special Lithium Operating Contract (CEOL) for its Laguna Verde project is now open, with applications due by January 30, 2026. Following successful indigenous consultations, the company intends to submit its application shortly, with a response from the Ministry of Mining expected within 30 days. If successful, CleanTech Lithium anticipates commencing negotiations with the government early next year.

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CleanTech Lithium PLC ("CleanTech Lithium" or "CleanTech" or the "Company") (AIM: CTL, Frankfurt:T2N), an exploration and development company advancing sustainable lithium projects in Chile, is pleased to announce the new streamlined process to be awarded a Special Lithium Operating Contract ("CEOL") for Laguna Verde is now officially open for applications.

Referring to the resolution published by the Ministry of Mining on Thursday 18th December, applications can be made by 30th January 2026. Once an application has been accepted, the Ministry of Mining department in charge of reviewing CEOL applications should respond within 30 days. CleanTech intends to make its application for the CEOL in the near future.

Ignacio Mehech, Chief Executive Officer of CleanTech Lithium, commented: "Following the successful indigenous consultations for Laguna Verde, the new streamlined process to be granted a CEOL has now officially been confirmed open. We will be making our application and, if successful, we will begin negociations with the Government early next year. We will provide a further update once we have applied."

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