TNR will be actively seeking property development with its proven joint venture model. With rising energy demands and increased reliance on lithium ion technology from hybrid and electric vehicles to portable devices, Green Energy is the trend of the future and these acquisitions are the first of many progressive steps for TNR in becoming a prominent Lithium and Rare Earth Elements explorer.

Our primary focus in Argentina is the exploration and development of three key projects in Argentina: Mariana, El Salto, and El Tapau. We continue to explore our other properties while identifying new quality prospective projects. TNR will strengthen its assets through partnerships with mid-tier and major companies, and establish long-term cash flow through royalty interests and project development.

The Mariana project is a lithium salar in the Salta province of Argentina with good infrastructures and accessible year round. TNR owns the entire salar which presents an unique advantage over several other lithium companies in the area sharing salars with others. Initial sampling and hydrogeology studies have been completed and exploration drilling will be underway in 2010 to work towards a resource estimate.