Snow Lake discovers elevated Gallium values at Mound Lake Property near Nipigon

Snow Lake Resources Ltd., has announced the discovery of elevated gallium values from bedrock grab samples at its Mound Lake Property in Ontario. This discovery, made in partnership with Free Battery Metal Limited, positions Snow Lake as a key player in supplying critical minerals essential for the AI revolution, clean energy solutions, and advanced data centers.
“Our discovery of gallium is a pivotal moment for Snow Lake,” said Frank Wheatley, CEO of Snow Lake. “As we advance this promising find, we remain committed to expanding our portfolio of critical minerals to meet the growing demands of AI, data centers, and clean energy technologies.”
Gallium: A Critical Mineral for AI and Clean Energy
Gallium, identified by the United States as the #1 critical mineral by supply risk, plays an indispensable role in high-efficiency semiconductors such as gallium arsenide (GaAs) and gallium nitride (GaN). These technologies are critical for AI, high-performance computing, 5G systems, and renewable energy.
“As AI and machine learning applications surge, gallium-based semiconductors are at the forefront of innovation, enabling faster processing speeds and improved energy efficiency,” Wheatley added.
Exploration Highlights at Mound Lake
• Initial Sampling Campaign:
• 213 rock samples collected, as announced by Free Battery on September 7, 2023.
• Follow-Up Program:
• An additional 164 samples analyzed for trace elements revealed significantly higher gallium values.
• Results included 12 bedrock grab samples exceeding 50 ppm, with the highest value at 110.5 ppm, surpassing typical values in fertile granites and pegmatites (~90 ppm).
• Key Findings:
• Over 70% of samples exceeded crustal gallium abundance (average ~19 ppm).
• Elevated levels of beryllium, lithium, and rubidium were also detected near the Larson Creek and Mound Creek faults.
Strategic Alignment with Snow Lake’s Vision
The gallium discovery complements Snow Lake’s existing lithium and uranium projects, which support carbon-free nuclear energy and the global energy transition.
“This find aligns with our strategy to secure materials powering transformative industries,” Wheatley emphasized. “Gallium’s unique properties make it indispensable for technologies driving the AI revolution and clean energy expansion.”
Next Steps
Snow Lake plans to accelerate exploration at Mound Lake while advancing its lithium and uranium projects. The company remains focused on identifying strategic acquisitions to expand its portfolio of critical minerals.
“Our journey is about building a resilient, future-focused portfolio that ensures Snow Lake’s leadership in supplying the materials essential for AI, clean energy, and advanced technologies,” Wheatley concluded.
About Snow Lake Resources Ltd.
Snow Lake Resources Ltd., listed on NASDAQ (LITM), is a Canadian mineral exploration company with a diverse portfolio of clean energy mineral projects, including lithium, uranium, and gallium.
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