First Atlantic Nickel Corp. has announced a strategic research partnership with Colorado School of Mines to explore geologic hydrogen as an energy source in Newfoundland's ophiolite complexes. The focus will be on the Atlantis Project and the Pipestone Ophiolite Complex, both owned by First Atlantic. These projects feature ultramafic rock formations that hold potential for geologic hydrogen, with awaruite-bearing serpentinized peridotites indicating the presence of hydrogen. The company continues to prioritize nickel exploration while leveraging this partnership to advance research on geologic hydrogen. Ophiolites, characterized by ultramafic rocks like peridotite, are recognized for their hydrogen potential through the serpentinization process, releasing molecular hydrogen gas. Awaruite, a mineral formed in hydrogen-rich environments, serves as an indicator of significant hydrogen generation. The partnership aims to strengthen North America's critical minerals supply chain by exploring hydrogen as an energy source. Academic research emphasizes the importance of awaruite in identifying hydrogen-rich geological environments, as it forms under highly reducing conditions created by substantial hydrogen production. Newfoundland's ophiolite complexes present promising research opportunities due to the distribution of awaruite within serpentinized peridotites. The research collaboration targets enhancing geologic hydrogen exploration and understanding the serpentinization process to contribute to a more resilient critical minerals supply chain in North America.