Q Precious records hydrogen readings at Salt Spring

Executive Summary

• Q Precious & Battery Metals Corp. confirmed persistent, high‑concentration natural hydrogen (up to 913 ppm) along the Salt Spring fault in Nova Scotia during a verification survey on 17 Oct 2025.
• The survey also recorded strong radon‑thoron activity correlated with the hydrogen anomalies, reinforcing the presence of an active deep‑seated gas migration system.
• No CO₂, methane or sulphur were detected, underscoring the purity of the natural hydrogen source and supporting the company’s fault‑controlled hydrogen exploration model.

Key Details

• Verification Survey (17 Oct 2025):
• Hydrogen readings: 800 ppm (base), 913 ppm (crest), 793 ppm (descending flank), 872 ppm (additional point).
• Initial reconnaissance (9 Aug 2025) recorded 778 ppm, demonstrating reproducibility and spatial continuity.
• Radon‑Thoron Activity:
• Sample sets yielded: 36,000 radon / 11,000 thoron; 33,000 radon / 11,000 thoron; 71,000 radon / 34,000 thoron; 50,000 radon / 13,000 thoron.
• Gas Purity: No detectable CO₂, methane, or sulphur in any measurements, indicating a clean‑gas system.
• Interpretation: The strong correlation between elevated H₂ and radon‑thoron counts provides geochemical evidence of structural permeability and continuous deep gas flow along the fault.
• Strategic Implications: Results validate Q Precious’s exploration model for fault‑controlled hydrogen migration, defining a prime development zone for future drilling.
• Next Steps:
• Integration of new data into regional fault‑line mapping and gas‑flux modelling.
• Prioritization of next‑phase geophysical surveys and drilling targets in collaboration with Quebec Innovative Materials Corp.

Notable Quotes

“The Salt Spring results are another confirmation that Nova Scotia's structural corridors host active hydrogen generation and degassing systems,” said Richard Penn, CEO. “Our verification data shows remarkable reproducibility and purity — no CO₂, no methane, no sulphur — which are the hallmarks of a clean, naturally renewable hydrogen system.”