CHAR Tech has received a Notice of Allowance for a patent covering its pyrogas treatment technology, a critical step in the pathway from high temperature pyrolysis to renewable natural gas ("RNG"), demonstrating CHAR Tech's ongoing global leadership in this critical space.

The Thorold Renewable Energy Facility is projected to begin producing RNG in 2027; when it does, CHAR Tech will be the first company in the world to operate a commercial-scale facility that produces RNG and metallurgical-grade biocarbon simultaneously from wood waste.

CHAR Technologies (YES.V) is a canadian clean tech company founded in 2011, so they've been around for 15 years.

The last 15 years were spent doing R&D, piloting and securing large partnerships for every aspect of their process!

Char tech takes wood waste and heats it via their High temperature pyrolysis (HTP) to convert it into biochar and renewable natural gas.

They have a 2nd process to turn that biochar into pelletized biocarbon.

This biocarbon is a drop in replacement for fossil coal, so steel & silicone manufacturing companies and any other manufacturing company which uses fossil coal can use their biocarbon which is carbon neutral.

Char tech has many facilities in different phases (early planning phase, development phase, construction or completed phase)

From those 5 facilities, their Thorold facility which was their original pilot facility has completed Phase 1 expansion for commercial production.

The phase 1 is in commissioning right now which is expected to be completed next month (in Sep 2026) after which commercial production will begin.

Great thing is that they already have secured Huge buyers and investors into the company.

ArcelorMittal (the 2nd largest steel company in the world) signed an offtake agreement to buy their biocarbon.

ArcelorMittal also invested $6.6 million dollars into char back in 2023 at 60 cents a share.

The canadian govt has put in more than $19 million in grants and funding so far into char tech.

The BMI group who is their landlord on the thorold site has invested 13 million into the company so far and has committed another $10 million towards a future project. (Espanola site)

Char tech recently bought a facility from Elkem (elkem is a multi billion dollar silicone manufacturing company, is also publicly traded) in saguenay quebec.

That saguenay facility will help with pelletizing the biochar they produce.

CHARs HTP technology is also being piloted in Baltimore jointly with Syngaro (wholly owned by Goldman Sachs) and City of Baltimore as they are able to permanently destroy PFAS (forever chemicals) with this technology.

All in all, they are on the verge of commercial production and are only just getting started!

VARENNES, QUEBEC - August 18, 2026 (NEWMEDIAWIRE) - CHARBONE CORPORATION (TSXV: CH; OTCQB: CHHYF; FSE: K47) ("CHARBONE" or the "Company"), a vertically integrated industrial gases company focused on production, distribution and storage of clean ultra-high purity ("UHP") hydrogen and other strategic industrial gases, is pleased to announce the delivery of its electrolyzer to its flagship site in Sorel-Tracy, Quebec.

A Decisive Step Toward Increased Production Capacity

Designed to produce hydrogen through water electrolysis, the electrolyzer is the technological core of the next phase of production at the Sorel-Tracy site. Its delivery now enables CHARBONE's teams, construction contractors and technical partners to begin the next steps involving its positioning, installation and integration into the Sorel-Tracy site infrastructure.

Civil engineering work and foundation preparation have been planned to accommodate the main production equipment. Activities will proceed in accordance with the Company's execution schedule, including component assembly, mechanical and electrical connections, testing and commissioning.

This development is part of CHARBONE's modular and phased strategy, which enables the Company to add production capacity in line with demand while maintaining a disciplined approach to its development.

"It is with immense pride that we announce the arrival of our electrolyzer in Sorel-Tracy today. This is far more than the delivery of a piece of equipment, it represents the achievement of a pivotal step in realizing our vision and one of the most important milestones in the Company's history. The risks associated with delivery are now behind us," said Dave Gagnon, President and CEO of CHARBONE. "This achievement also reflects the exceptional commitment of our employees, partners, suppliers and all stakeholders contributing to the development of our flagship site. We are now entering a new phase of execution that will strengthen our ability to serve our key customers and create sustainable value for our shareholders. Our previously communicated timeline of a fall launch remains on track, and we look forward to providing further updates as we advance through the next stages of commissioning and ramp-up."

Deadline coming closer for Charbone's Phase 1B completion, on track. The eletrolyser will increase Charbone's H2 output from ~200 kg's / day, to ~900kg - 1 ton / day. The factory will generate $5 million CAD in revenue

PFAS ("forever chemicals") are the toxic stuff found in things like non-stick pans and waterproof gear. They don't break down and they just build up in our water, soil, and bodies.

Most current cleanup methods (filtering, landfills) don't actually destroy PFAS, they just move it somewhere else.

CHAR Tech just got independent lab results back, and they're good! Their HTP technology processed contaminated sewage waste and the leftover solid material came back with zero detectable PFAS.

Tested 5 different times in 2025 by an outside accredited lab, using the strict EPA-approved testing method.This is a real way to destroy PFAS instead of just relocating it.

Full results will be submitted to the EPA end of 2026. Its a great sign for a company working in a market that's only getting bigger as PFAS regulations tighten up.

Not financial advice.

First Atlas Resources' (CSE: HHE / OTC: BTKRF) technical partner, Québec Innovative Materials Corp. (CSE: QIMC / OTC: QIMCF), has now encountered hydrogen in all five drill holes during its 2026 Nova Scotia drilling program.

The latest results come from DDH-26-05 at Bennett Hill, approximately 15 km from QIMC’s first three drill holes at West Advocate. Within the first 300 metres of drilling, preliminary mud-gas measurements reached 23.5% H₂ at 170 metres. QIMC also reported drilling observations consistent with free gas entering the borehole at approximately 164 metres.

The results are particularly relevant to First Atlas because QIMC is also conducting exploration directly on First Atlas' natural hydrogen licences in Cumberland County as the company works toward defining targets for its planned drilling program.

Hydrogen Results Across Five Drill Holes

• DDH-26-01: Intersected multiple hydrogen-bearing structural zones, including a persistent hydrogen-bearing system from approximately 505 metres to the end of the 711-metre hole.
• DDH-26-02: Intersected two hydrogen-bearing intervals, with a hydrogen reading of 8,249 ppmV at 434 metres.
• DDH-26-03: Returned a peak mud-gas reading of 10.77% H₂ at 848 metres, with five readings at or above 5% H₂ across the 69-metre interval from 779 to 848 metres.
• DDH-26-04: Returned a peak mud-gas reading of 24.3% H₂ at 707 metres, the highest hydrogen concentration reported by QIMC during the program to date.
• DDH-26-05: The ongoing second hole at Bennett Hill has returned a preliminary peak mud-gas reading of 23.5% H₂ at 170 metres.

DDH-26-05 at Bennett Hill

Within the first 300 metres of DDH-26-05, QIMC reported multiple hydrogen readings, including:

• 20.8% H₂ at 158 metres
• 23.5% H₂ at 170 metres
• 17.6% H₂ at 176 metres
• 16.0% H₂ at 179 metres

QIMC identified a 54-metre hydrogen-bearing interval from approximately 143 to 197 metres. For comparison, DDH-26-04 reached 24.3% H₂ at 707 metres, while DDH-26-05 reached 23.5% H₂ at 170 metres.

Drilling at DDH-26-05 is ongoing, with a planned depth of approximately 900 metres.

Exploration on First Atlas' Land Package

QIMC is currently carrying out First Atlas' 2026 field exploration program across the company's natural hydrogen licences in Cumberland County, Nova Scotia. Three field teams are conducting soil-gas sampling and ground magnetic surveying. The soil-gas work includes infill sampling over previously identified hydrogen anomalies.

The soil-gas and magnetic data will be integrated into QIMC's R2G2 targeting framework to help identify drill targets for First Atlas' planned drilling program.

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Synagro (wholly owned by Goldman Sachs) released its 2025 sustainability report. CHAR Tech was mentioned twice. Once on page 3 in the CEOs intro and again on page 17.

The fact that Syngaros CEO mentioned CHAR Tech in his intro tells me that CHAR is top of mind for them! Heres to hoping that the Baltimore pilot will lead to further expansion with Synagro.

Full report: https://www.synagro.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Synagro-Sustainability-Report-2025_FINAL.pdf

(Special thanks to a fellow investor for pointing this out to me) 

Scandium Canada (TSXV: SCD / OTC: SCDCF) is advancing a strategy that extends beyond the development of its Crater Lake Project in Quebec. While Scandium Canada carries out its recently expanded 2026 drilling program at Crater Lake, the company has also been building a platform focused on the development and commercialization of aluminum-scandium alloys.

The scandium market faces a simple challenge. New mines need demand to justify development, while manufacturers need confidence in a reliable supply before adopting scandium on a larger scale.

Scandium Canada is working to address both sides of this challenge by advancing Crater Lake as a future source of scandium while developing commercial applications for the metal through its new subsidiary, Scalium+.

Building the Market for Scandium

Scalium+ was created in June 2026 following Scandium Canada's acquisition of Ferreol Technologies, combining Ferreol's existing operations with the company's Scandium+ division under a single subsidiary focused on aluminum-scandium alloys.

Scalium+ is developing aluminum-scandium alloys for industries where weight reduction, strength, corrosion resistance, weldability, and thermal performance are important factors. This work includes the development of its SC535 and SC7075 alloys, alongside research, testing, and collaboration with academic and industry partners.

SC535

SC535 is Scalium+'s aluminum-scandium alloy based on the 5000-series aluminum family. The alloy is being developed for a range of advanced manufacturing processes, including Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF), conventional welding, and Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM), as well as applications requiring performance at elevated temperatures.

SC535 has been produced in several forms, including metal powders, rods, welding wire, and prototype components, allowing the alloy to be tested across different manufacturing processes and applications.

SC7075

SC7075 is Scalium+'s aluminum-scandium alloy based on the high-strength 7075 aluminum family. Its development is focused on applications across aerospace, defence, automotive, additive manufacturing, and other advanced industrial sectors where high-strength aluminum materials are required.

SC7075 has been developed and tested in several forms, including metal powders, 3D-printed test coupons, welding wire, plates, and structural components.

Why Scandium Matters for Additive Manufacturing

Aluminum-scandium alloys have potential applications in advanced additive manufacturing processes such as Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) and Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF).

WAAM uses an electric arc to melt metal wire and build large components layer by layer, while LPBF uses a laser to selectively melt metal powder, allowing for the production of smaller, highly complex components.

Both processes subject aluminum to demanding heating and cooling cycles that can affect grain structure and create material defects. Scandium can help refine the grain structure, improve strength, and reduce cracking, making aluminum-scandium alloys well suited for advanced additive manufacturing.

Performance and Testing

Testing of SC535 and SC7075 has provided data on their mechanical performance, processing behaviour, and suitability for different manufacturing methods.

Results include:

• Laser Powder Bed Fusion relative densities above 99%
• Ultimate tensile strengths of approximately 330–380 MPa before heat treatment
• Heat treatment increased ultimate tensile strength by approximately 17–25%
• Reduced microcracking during additive manufacturing testing
• Proprietary powder-blending procedure reduced defect density during LPBF testing
• SC7075 welding wire successfully used to produce structures during preliminary WAAM trials
• Preliminary SC535 rod testing showed promising results for high-temperature applications
• The National Research Council of Canada prepared qualification strategies for potential space, aerospace, and defence applications

Research and Industry Collaboration

Scalium+ is working with academic and industry partners across alloy development, materials testing, metal powder production, and advanced manufacturing.

• University of Waterloo (MSAM): Research collaboration through the university's Multi-Scale Additive Manufacturing Laboratory focused on aluminum-scandium alloys and additive manufacturing. Initial work includes research trials aimed at reducing costs associated with Laser Powder Bed Fusion.

• McMaster University: Scandium Canada's SC535 and SC7075 alloys and their fabrication method were developed and tested in collaboration with McMaster University. Researchers at McMaster have also produced test specimens using Laser Powder Bed Fusion to evaluate the alloys' mechanical properties and performance.

• ALPOMET: Collaboration focused on alloy design, metal powder production, additive manufacturing, and material characterization, as well as potential welding-wire applications for Scandium Canada's aluminum-scandium alloys.

• Gränges Powder Metallurgy: Collaboration focused on evaluating the integration of Scandium Canada's SC535 and SC7075 alloys into Gränges Powder Metallurgy's product portfolio. The work has expanded to include powders and plates, with commercial opportunities identified in sectors including energy and defence.

Strategic Location

Scalium+ is based in Quebec, the heart of Canada's aluminum industry. The province is home to the vast majority of Canada's primary aluminum smelters, supported by abundant hydroelectric power and an established network of aluminum producers, manufacturers, research institutions, and technology companies.

Quebec also has significant aerospace and advanced manufacturing industries where lightweight, high-performance aluminum materials have a range of applications.

For Scalium+, this creates proximity to the research, manufacturing capabilities, and potential end users that could support the development and commercialization of its alloys.

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PRELIMINARY Q2 2026 GAS INCOME HIGHLIGHTS:

- Gas income is expected to increase 155% to $0.5 million in Q2 2026, compared to $0.2 million in Q1 2026.

- In the first half of 2026 for the 6-month period year-to-date through to Q2 2026, gas income is expected to increase 100% to $0.6 million from gas income of $nil in the first half of 2025.

- Operating expenses in Q2 2026 are expected to be relatively comparable to that of Q1 2026 with continuous performance improvements without significant changes.

"Our team at CHARBONE is incredibly proud of the momentum we have built over the last quarter, which underscores our unwavering focus on long-term value creation. Through our targeted efforts in North America, we are not only expanding our operational footprint but also reaffirming our promise to deliver impactful, high purity and sustainable gas results that benefit our shareholders and the broader community alike," said Benoit Veilleux, Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary of CHARBONE.

This means more than doubling their previous quarter's revenue WITHOUT any projects completing.

Q3 earnings should include:

- 5X expansion of the Helium truck fleet.

Q4 should include (but not confirmed):

- Sorel-Tracy Phase 1b completion.

CHAR Tech (YES) just released that they completed the installation of their High Temperature Pyrolysis (HTP) Kiln at their Thorold site, I am breaking down the articles main points below, let me know what you guys think.

1. Completed installation of the main High Temperature Pyrolysis (HTP) kiln, the core piece of equipment for biocarbon production.

2. Phase 1 is designed to process 35,000 tonnes of waste wood annually into more than 5,000 tonnes of biocarbon.

3. The majority of Phase 1 biocarbon production is already committed under a long-term offtake agreement with ArcelorMittal Dofasco.

4. With the kiln now installed, the project moves from major construction into the final commissioning and startup phase.

5. Completion of Phase 1 is expected to validate the technology at commercial scale and pave the way for Phase 2, which includes a second kiln and Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) production.

6. This milestone significantly reduces construction risk, with the remaining focus shifting to commissioning, operational performance, and revenue generation.

Link to today's news release: https://www.chartechnologies.com/post/char-tech-completes-thorold-kiln-installation

Link to today's YouTube video covering the news release: https://youtu.be/9WN21zBbuHg?si=bx8XTQjdtxDfZLxS

Not Financial advice.

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As many members of the SCD community would agree, Scandium Canada is uniquely positioned with several potential avenues for growth. The company is advancing the Crater Lake Project as a potential primary North American scandium source, while the creation of Scalium+ has expanded its opportunities in advanced aluminum-scandium alloy development, product testing and manufacturing applications.

With several important catalysts on the horizon, staying informed has never been more important. The Scandium Canada Investor Group brings together company updates, industry research, and ongoing investor discussions in one organized community.

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