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MAX Power Advances Canada’s Leading Natural Hydrogen Corridor With Lucky Lake Target
Oct 14, 2025

MAX Power Advances Canada’s Leading Natural Hydrogen Corridor With Lucky Lake Target

MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX; OTC: MAXXF; FRANKFURT: 89N) (“MAX Power” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the discovery of an important new Natural Hydrogen large target area known as “Lucky Lake” in the northwest corner of the 200-km-long Genesis Trend in southern Saskatchewan.

Favorably situated near major infrastructure, Lucky Lake has similar attributes to Lawson (50 km to the southeast), including geophysical footprint, where MAX Power will soon launch Canada’s first dedicated deep drilling program for Natural Hydrogen.

Lucky Lake Highlights

  • Lucky Lake is within what’s interpreted by MAX Power’s geoscience team as a “mobile zone”, a belt of rocks of higher density and low magnetic response which suggests these rocks may have been serpentinized (a process that releases hydrogen).
  • Lucky Lake shares similar features to Lawson (refer to Sept. 30, 2025 news release) - preliminary reconnaissance 2D trade seismic suggests the presence of complex structures created by multiple processes, including periodic basement movement, early and late dissolution of Middle Devonian salts, and relatively young igneous intrusive activity.
  • The MAX Power geoscience team is immediately proceeding with further detailed analysis of Lucky Lake, including the acquisition of additional trade data, to prioritize potential drill targets.
  • Lucky Lake is near a major source of hydroelectric power at the Gardiner Dam. In addition, it’s adjacent to the potash mining corridor and within a 2-hour drive of the city of Saskatoon to the northeast, Saskatchewan’s largest city.

Mr. Steve Halabura, MAX Power Chief Geoscientist, commented: “Lucky Lake underscores how a ‘pipeline’ of high-quality targets is developing at Genesis as we review an abundance of early-stage prospects with a disciplined scientific approach.   The scalability of Genesis is remarkable – it is unmatched in Canada for Natural Hydrogen potential in terms of size, the elements necessary for accumulations, and nearby infrastructure to allow for a relatively quick pathway to commercialization.” 

Mr. Mansoor Jan, MAX Power CEO, added: “Our work at Lucky Lake reinforces the scale and momentum of the Genesis Trend. Each new advanced target adds depth to our exploration model and expands the foundation for Canada’s first commercial Natural Hydrogen program, also giving our shareholders additional leverage. With PTRC’s scientific collaboration and Saskatchewan’s strong support for innovation, MAX Power is well- positioned to lead this emerging clean energy frontier.”

Figure 1: Genesis Trend 

Genesis Trend

Why This Matters To Investors

Lucky Lake further validates the size and scalability of MAX Power’s Genesis Trend, reinforcing the Company’s position as the clear leader in Canada’s emerging Natural Hydrogen industry. For investors, this represents exposure to a potential new primary energy source - clean, low-cost, and backed by Saskatchewan’s infrastructure and institutional support. As MAX Power advances its first deep well program at Lawson and expands the Genesis Trend portfolio, the company continues to build the scientific and operational framework that could reshape Canada’s Natural Hydrogen landscape.

MAX Power Saskatchewan Natural Hydrogen Documentary Video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXGDtTUbJ2c

MAX Power Natural Hydrogen Presentation

Learn more about MAX Power’s advantage in North America’s Natural Hydrogen sector by clicking on the following link:

https://www.maxpowermining.com/Maxpower_Hydrogen_Oct3_2025.pdf

MAX Power Mining | https://www.maxpowermining.com/

Energy Plug and Malahat Battery Technology Announce Strategic Alliance with Quantum eMotion on Energy and Defence, Including NATO-Aligned Initiative
Oct 14, 2025

Energy Plug and Malahat Battery Technology Announce Strategic Alliance with Quantum eMotion on Energy and Defence, Including NATO-Aligned Initiative

Energy Plug Technologies Corp. (CSE: PLUG) (OTCQB: PLGGF) (FSE: 6GQ), Malahat Battery Technology Corp. ("MBT") and Quantum eMotion Corp. (TSXV: QNC) (OTCQB: QNCCF) are pleased to announce the signing of a Joint Development Agreement to co-develop and commercialize quantum-secured energy storage and defence systems for critical infrastructure.

This partnership integrates Quantum eMotion's patented technologies with Energy Plug and MBT's advanced Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Energy Management Platforms (EMS/PMS) to deliver cyber-resilient, quantum-safe power systems capable of protecting national and industrial energy assets from emerging cyber and post-quantum threats.

Defence, Energy, and Indigenous Collaboration

MBT, an Indigenous-led enterprise affiliated with the Malahat Nation, will play a central role in system development, manufacturing, and Indigenous participation across defence and clean-energy programs.

The partners will jointly design and deploy quantum-secured BESS architectures supporting:

  • Arctic defence installations and remote military bases,

  • Portable field systems providing secure power and communications for deployed personnel,

  • Utility-scale smart grids incorporating quantum-safe encryption within critical energy and IoT infrastructure.

Building on this foundation, EPT, MBT and QeM are advancing a NATO-aligned defence initiative in partnership with one of the world's leading defence contractors, while also pursuing collaborative projects with a major international defence and energy partner - whose identity remains confidential at this stage - all developed under shared Canadian cybersecurity frameworks to deliver secure, energy-resilient systems equipped with quantum-enhanced cybersecurity.

A New Standard in Secure Energy

Quantum eMotion's QRNG2 chip, based on electron-tunnelling quantum effects, delivers high-speed, true randomness at the hardware level, while its QxEaaS platform provides entropy-on-demand for secure communications and distributed control.

Integrated within Energy Plug and MBT's energy systems, these technologies establish a quantum-resilient security layer spanning embedded hardware, edge devices, and cloud infrastructure.

This collaboration positions Energy Plug among the first energy-technology companies to operationalize quantum-grade cybersecurity, setting a new benchmark for resilience and trust in intelligent, decentralized power systems.

Quantum eMotion | https://www.quantumemotion.com/ 

Malahat Battery Technology | https://malahatbattery.com

Energy Plug Technologies | https://energyplug.com

Ascent Solar Technologies Delivers Thin-Film PV for Saltwater Environment Durability and Space-Based Power Beaming Testing
Oct 14, 2025

Ascent Solar Technologies Delivers Thin-Film PV for Saltwater Environment Durability and Space-Based Power Beaming Testing

Ascent Solar Technologies (Nasdaq: ASTI) (“Ascent” or the “Company”), the leading U.S. innovator in the design and manufacturing of featherweight, flexible thin-film photovoltaic (PV) solutions, announced that it has delivered test samples of its thin-film PV technology to an ocean monitoring technology company, a developer of autonomous underwater vehicles capable of reaching anywhere in the ocean with a high degree of speed, endurance and sensing; and a cutting-edge power lasing company focused on advancing space and defense technologies.

With these test deliveries, Ascent continues to push the limits of its solar technology in extreme environments. The ocean monitoring company will test the technology’s functionality and durability in aquatic terrestrial applications, with the intent of enabling persistent equipment operation of ocean-based monitoring technologies. The space power lasering company will test the technology’s space-based power beaming receiving capabilities, as it seeks out technologies that enable the transmission of power between satellites on orbit.

“We see underwater and space applications as unique opportunities for thin-film PV to thrive, as the technology’s lightweight, flexible and durable design allows it to withstand the immense pressures and tempestuous conditions that define these environments,” said Paul Warley, CEO of Ascent Solar Technologies. “Our team looks forward to reviewing the findings from each of these tests, as we aim to unlock thin-film solar technology’s potential in both markets.”

Ascent Solar | www.ascentsolar.com

Smackover Lithium Files Definitive Feasibility Study for Its South West Arkansas Project, North America’s Highest-Grade Reported Lithium Brine Reserve
Oct 14, 2025

Smackover Lithium Files Definitive Feasibility Study for Its South West Arkansas Project, North America’s Highest-Grade Reported Lithium Brine Reserve

Smackover Lithium, a 55:45 owned Joint Venture (“JV”) between Standard Lithium Ltd. (“Standard Lithium” or the “Company”) (TSXV: SLI) (NYSE.A: SLI) and Equinor (“Equinor”), announced that the Definitive Feasibility Study (“DFS” or the “Report”) for its South West Arkansas (“SWA”) project (the “Project” or “SWA Project”) has been filed.

All figures are in US dollars unless otherwise stated. All terms not otherwise defined have the meaning given to them under the CIM Definition Standards for mineral resources and mineral reserves.

The DFS contemplates production capacity of 22,500 tonnes per annum of battery-quality lithium carbonate over a 20-year modeled operating life, producing 447,000 tonnes (Proven Reserves) of lithium carbonate equivalent (“LCE”), or 38% of the in-situ Measured and Indicated Resources of 1,177,000 tonnes LCE. The Project will begin production at an average lithium concentration of 549 mg/L, and will process 0.50 km3 of brine over its modelled 20-year life at an average lithium concentration of 442 mg/L.

The Report is highlighted by a 20.2% unlevered pre-tax internal rate of return (“IRR”), with competitive average cash operating costs of $4,516/t and all-in costs of $5,924/t over the operating life, and an all-in Class III capex estimate of $1.45 billion, which includes a 12.3% Monte Carlo risked contingency.

The Project maintains strong support from the local community, the state of Arkansas and the U.S. government. The Project would mark the first commercial Direct Lithium Extraction (“DLE”) operation in the United States and the first lithium production in the Smackover Formation. It is intended as the first of several projects to be developed by the JV throughout the Smackover Formation, and it is envisaged that the major design decisions and learnings from this first greenfield facility will form the basis for future expansion phases or projects, including in East Texas.

The development schedule for the Project is estimated at 34 months from start of construction to the commercial operation date.   The principal recommendation from the DFS is that the Project is ready to progress to a final investment decision (“FID”). Construction is expected to commence in 2026 shortly after FID, with first production targeted in 2028.

The Report is available for review under the Company’s profile on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca and on the Company’s website at www.standardlithium.com/projects/arkansas-smackover.   For highlights of this Report, please refer to the Company’s press release dated 3 September 2025.

Qualified Person

All scientific and technical disclosure in this news release was reviewed and approved by Mr. Stephen Ross, P.Geo., British Columbia, Vice President of Resource Development for Standard Lithium and a Qualified Person for purposes of, and as that term is defined in, National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“NI 43-101”). Mr. Ross is not independent of the Company.

Smackover Lithium | www.standardlithium.com/projects/arkansas-smackover

Registration Now Open for Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Flagship 2026
Oct 14, 2025

Registration Now Open for Intersolar & Energy Storage North America Flagship 2026

Intersolar & Energy Storage North America (IESNA), the premier U.S. tradeshow and conference series for solar, energy storage, EV infrastructure, and manufacturing, opened registration for its February 18-20, 2026 flagship event at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, CA.

"Each year, IESNA Flagship brings renewable energy professionals the technology, education, and connections they need to stay competitive," said Beckie Kier, Event Director, Intersolar & Energy Storage North America. "From the innovations on the exhibit floor to the strategic discussions in our conference sessions, this event delivers actionable insights and meaningful relationships that drive real business results."

Highlights for 2026

  • dynamic, curated exhibit hall featuring top clean energy innovators, including ABC Supply, FranklinWH, Greentech Renewables, IronRidge, JA Solar, Lunar Energy, SEG Solar, Sol-Ark, and many more.
  • 28 conference sessions covering critical topics including Financing the Energy Transition, Energy Policy, Manufacturing and Supply Chain, Distributed Energy Resources, and more.
  • The crowd-favorite Solar Games installer competition, which features six teams from across North America. Sponsors include APsystems, EG4 Electronics, Fronius, K2 Systems, Rolls Battery Engineering, and SolaDeck.
  • Executive programming and networking events including the Powerful Perspectives LuncheonPower Lunch, and Executive Lunch (for C-Suite level executives by invitation only); separate tickets required.
  • The Hub Stage featuring engaging interviews with industry experts and thought leaders.
  • Industry celebration at California Solar & Storage Association’s beloved Solar Battle of the Bands. Additional registration required; more information to come.

Register Today for Our Best Rates

Secure Early Bird pricing for IESNA Flagship by registering here. Sign up for event updates here.

Intersolar & Energy Storage North America | https://www.iesna.com/solar-news/

Diversified | www.divcom.com

Alluvial Power Announces Commercial Operation of Garnet Mesa Solar
Oct 14, 2025

Alluvial Power Announces Commercial Operation of Garnet Mesa Solar

Alluvial Power announced that Garnet Mesa Solar, an 80 MWac solar project in Delta County, Colorado, has commenced commercial operations. Garnet Mesa Solar’s output will be delivered to Delta-Montrose Electric Association (DMEA), a Colorado rural electric cooperative, under a long-term power purchase agreement.

“The success of Garnet Mesa Solar is a testament to the strength of our partnerships,” said Brian Kirk, Partner at Alluvial Power. “We’re proud to bring this project online and contribute to Colorado’s clean energy future. DMEA and Delta County have been exceptional partners. We look forward to continuing to build on our success at Garnet Mesa Solar.”

“DMEA is excited to see Garnet Mesa Solar up and running, bringing real benefits to our members and the communities we serve. Having this project in our backyard makes it even more special. We truly appreciate the thoughtful approach taken to ensure it supports local needs, respects our agricultural heritage, and works hand-in-hand with our community’s requirements,” said Jack Johnston, Chief Executive Officer of DMEA. Garnet Mesa Solar will partially serve DMEA’s requirements under its agreement with Guzman Energy, DMEA’s long-term wholesale power provider.

MUFG Bank, Ltd. served as the lead arranger for the construction and term debt facilities and RBC Community Investments provided the tax equity financing for Garnet Mesa Solar.

Alluvial Power | https://www.alluvialpower.com/

Geronimo Power Breaks Ground on Bee Hollow Solar in Illinois
Oct 14, 2025

Geronimo Power Breaks Ground on Bee Hollow Solar in Illinois

Geronimo Power (Geronimo) announced the start of onsite construction at its 150-megawatt (MW) Bee Hollow Solar (Bee Hollow) project in St. Clair County, Illinois within the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) market. The project is expected to bring substantial economic benefits to the local community in the form of new tax revenue, jobs, local spending and charitable giving.

"We are thrilled to begin construction on the Bee Hollow Solar project, bringing forth new jobs and tax revenue for the community and further demonstrating our commitment to bolstering economic growth in rural America," said Nathan Franzen, Chief Project Delivery Officer at Geronimo. "These communities are the lifeblood of America's Heartland and we're proud to see projects like Bee Hollow make a real impact."

In total, Bee Hollow is anticipated to contribute $54 million in direct economic impact to the local area, including $17 million in new tax revenue which will be distributed to the local county, township and school districts over the first 20 years of operations. The project community will also benefit from a dedicated charitable fund, which is pledged above and beyond any tax revenue delivered by the project. These charitable funds are unique to Geronimo Power, exemplifying their commitment to being good neighbors in their projects' host communities.

Burns & McDonnell, a national engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) firm, will construct the Bee Hollow project, which will sustain upwards of 200 construction jobs during the process. The project has a previously announced power purchase agreementwith the Illinois Municipal Electric Agency (IMEA).

"Burns & McDonnell is proud to be the EPC contractor for Geronimo Power at the Bee Hollow Solar Site in St. Clair County in a continuation of the two organizations' partnership to deliver electricity through power generation facilities to the grid," said Scott Tucci, Site Construction Project Manager in the Power group at Burns & McDonnell. "A project of this scale is a collaborative effort, and we look forward to working closely with the region's union skilled craft professionals and local subcontractors to bring this project to life."

"IMEA is excited to see the start of construction on Bee Hollow—our agency's largest investment thus far in renewable energy," said IMEA President and CEO Kevin Gaden. "With the addition of this solar project, we continue to diversify our portfolio in an economical fashion while transitioning to a more resilient, reliable and sustainable energy future."

Anticipated to begin operation in late 2026, Bee Hollow is anticipated to generate enough clean, renewable, local energy to provide the equivalent electrical usage of an estimated 45,600 homes each year. Additionally, using the United States Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) greenhouse gas equivalencies calculator, the project is estimated to offset carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by 219,100 metric tons annually – the equivalent of taking an estimated 51,100 cars off the road for one year.

Geronimo Power | www.geronimopower.com 

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