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Argentina - Resources and power

Where are Argentina’s main oil and natural gas deposits located?

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Argentina’s oil and natural gas deposits are primarily concentrated in the Northwest and Patagonia regions.1

Oil Deposits

Patagonia: The basin surrounding the port of Comodoro Rivadavia contains approximately two-thirds of the country's onshore oil reserves.1
Other Regions: Significant deposits are also located in the provinces of Jujuy, Salta, Mendoza, and Neuquén, as well as at the southern tip of Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego.1

Natural Gas Fields

Northwest: Major fields are situated near Campo Durán in Salta province and in Mendoza.1
Patagonia: Significant natural gas resources are found near Neuquén and Comodoro Rivadavia.1