MAX Power Mining Advances Canada's Natural Hydrogen Exploration Through Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration

MAX Power Mining is deepening its collaboration with the Petroleum Technology Research Center and University of Regina through a technical working session at the U of R Innovation Center, followed by a field visit to the Lawson drill site near Central Butte, Saskatchewan. This location hosts Canada's first natural hydrogen drill program along the 475-kilometer Genesis Trend, representing a significant step in the country's emerging clean energy sector.

The technical session, led by Chief Geoscientist Steve Halabura, brings together researchers from PTRC, the University of Regina, the Saskatchewan Geological Survey, and the Colorado School of Mines, including Dr. Yaoguo Li. This collaborative effort aims to enhance understanding of Saskatchewan's naturally occurring hydrogen systems and identify new research and commercialization opportunities in the growing natural hydrogen sector.

MAX Power has established itself as a first mover in natural hydrogen exploration, having built a dominant district-scale land position with approximately 1.3 million acres (521,000 hectares) of permits covering prime exploration ground. These lands are considered prospective for large volume accumulations of natural hydrogen, positioning the company at the forefront of this emerging energy source in North America. High priority initial drill target areas have been identified for commencement of drilling in the fourth quarter of 2025.

The company's focus on natural hydrogen aligns with North America's broader shift toward decarbonization. Natural hydrogen, also known as white hydrogen, occurs naturally in geological formations and represents a potentially significant clean energy source that could complement other renewable energy technologies. The collaboration between industry, academic institutions, and government agencies through organizations like the Petroleum Technology Research Center demonstrates the multi-stakeholder approach required to advance new energy technologies.

Beyond its natural hydrogen initiatives, MAX Power maintains a portfolio of properties in the United States and Canada focused on critical minerals. These include the Willcox Playa Lithium Project in southeast Arizona, where the company made a diamond drilling discovery in 2024. The latest news and updates relating to the company are available in its newsroom at https://ibn.fm/MAXXF. The technical working session and field visit represent important steps in advancing Canada's position in the global natural hydrogen sector while contributing to the broader transition toward cleaner energy sources.