MAX Power Mining Corp. (CSE: MAXX; OTC: MAXXF; FRANKFURT: 89N) announced it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the City of Moose Jaw to jointly explore strategic opportunities related to natural hydrogen commercialization within the Regina-Moose Jaw Industrial Corridor. The partnership supports advancement of the company's Lawson Natural Hydrogen project toward commercial validation.
The collaboration is intended to align regional infrastructure, industrial development, policy and economic initiatives as MAX Power works to position Saskatchewan as a potential hub for domestically sourced clean energy innovation and long-term economic growth. The MOU marks a significant step in developing natural hydrogen resources, which could offer a low-carbon energy alternative.
Natural hydrogen, also known as white or native hydrogen, is hydrogen gas that occurs naturally in the Earth's crust. If extracted commercially, it could provide a clean energy source without the energy-intensive processes required for green or blue hydrogen. MAX Power's Lawson Discovery near Central Butte, Saskatchewan, represents Canada's first-ever subsurface natural hydrogen system confirmed through deep drilling, with data validated by three independent labs.
The company has built dominant district-scale land positions across Saskatchewan with approximately 1.3 million acres (521,000 hectares) of permits covering prime exploration ground prospective for large-volume accumulations of natural hydrogen. This extensive land position underscores MAX Power's commitment to becoming a leader in the emerging natural hydrogen sector.
MAX Power also holds a portfolio of properties in the United States and Canada focused on critical minerals, highlighted by a 2024 diamond drilling discovery at the Willcox Playa Lithium Project in southeast Arizona, 100%-owned by its U.S. subsidiary. The company is committed to responsible exploration and development practices that prioritize environmental stewardship, meaningful community engagement, and strong corporate governance.
The MOU with Moose Jaw is expected to facilitate collaboration on infrastructure needs, regulatory frameworks, and potential economic incentives to accelerate natural hydrogen development. This partnership could serve as a model for other municipalities seeking to leverage natural resources for clean energy transitions.
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