Vancouver-based Stillwater Critical Minerals Corp. has announced a collaboration with Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, supported by the U.S. Department of Energy, to embark on a $2 million geologic hydrogen extraction project at the Stillwater West project in Montana. Led by Dr. Mengsu Hu, the Cyclic Injection for Commercial Seismic-Safe Geologic H2 Production (CyclicGeoH2) project will focus on developing technologies for safe and cost-effective hydrogen extraction utilizing advanced fracture control and serpentinization reactions. The project will leverage rock samples from the Stillwater Igneous Complex to test and refine the technology, highlighting hydrogen's potential as a clean energy source. CEO Michael Rowley expressed enthusiasm for the project's selection, emphasizing its significance in driving domestic critical minerals production and supporting the transition to cleaner energy sources. Dr. Hu and Dr. Carl Steefel of Berkeley Lab emphasized the ideal geological conditions of the Stillwater Complex for hydrogen generation, showcasing the innovative approach and potential impact of this collaboration.