Graphano Receives Exploration Work Authorisations for all Québec Properties
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Graphano Receives Exploration Work Authorisations for all Québec Properties
Vancouver, BC, April 15, 2025 – Graphano Energy Ltd. (“Graphano” or the “Company”) (TSXV:
GEL, OTC PINK: GELEF , FWB: 97G0) is pleased to announce that it has received “Autorisation de
Travaux à Impact” (“ATI”), the authorization of impact-causing exploration work from the Ministère des
Ressources naturelles et des Forêts ( “MRNF”) for all its Québec -based properties: Lac Aux Bouleaux,
Standard Mine, and Pearl Noir (Black Pearl).
“We are pleased to have secured all necessary ATI approvals for our Québec properties ”, said Dr. Luisa
Moreno, CEO of Graphano. “This milestone reflects our commitment to responsible exploration and
adherence to Québec's regulatory framework. With these authorizations in hand, we are well-positioned to
advance our exploration initiatives and unlock the potential of our high-quality graphite assets.”
These ATI approvals encompass all designated exploration zones and newly identified discovery targets
across the three properties, enabling the Company to proceed with its 2025 field programs.
Government Authorizations for Exploration
In May 2024, Québec introduced new exploration permitting requirements to enhance transparency and
incorporate community feedback into mineral exploration activities. Under these regulations, mining
companies must obtain ATI from the MRNF before conducting certain exploration activities that may
impact the land, such as drilling, trenching, bulk sampling, and rock stripping. The ATI process involves
(i) submitting detailed work plans, and (ii) engaging with local municipalities and Indigenous communities
to gather and address their questions and comments. This collaborative approach aims to balance resource
development with environmental stewardship and community interests.
2025 Exploration Program
Graphano is preparing to commence its exploration campaigns this quarter, focusing on trenching, targeted
sampling, and drilling to further delineate graphite mineralization across its holdings. The Company
remains dedicated to conducting its operations responsibly, with ongoing engagement with local
communities and stakeholders.
About Graphano Energy
Graphano Energy Ltd. is an exploration and development company that is focused on evaluating, acquiring,
and developing energy metals resources from exploration to production.
Graphite is one of the most in -demand technology minerals that is required for a green and sustainable
world. The Company’s Lac Aux Bouleaux property, situated adjacent to Canada’s only producing graphite
mine, in Quebec, Canada, has historically been an a ctive area for natural graphite. With the demand for
graphite growing in some of the most prominent and cutting -edge industries, such as lithium batteries in
electric cars and other energy storage technologies, the Company is developing its project to meet the
demands of the future.
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ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Luisa Moreno
Chief Executive Officer and Director
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of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements:
This news release contains certain “forward-looking information ” and “forward-looking statements ”
(collectively “forward-looking statements”) within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. All
statements, other than statements of historical fact, included herein, without limitation, are forward-looking
statements. Forward -looking statements are frequently, but not always, identified by words such as
“expects”, “anticipates”, “believes”, “intends”, “estimates”, “potential”, “possible”, and similar
expressions, or statements that events, conditions, or results “will”, “may”, “could”, or “should” occur
or be achieved. Forward-looking statements in this news release relate to, among other things, upcoming
exploration campaigns aimed at further delineating graphite mineralization on the Company’s properties,
and ongoing engagement with communities and stakeholders . There can be no assurance that such
statements will prove to be accurate and actual results and future events could differ materially from those
anticipated in such statements. Forward-looking statements reflect the beliefs, opinions and projections on
the date the statements are made and are based upon a number of assumptions and estimates that, while
considered reasonable by Graphano, are inherently subject to significant business, economic, competitive,
political and social uncertainties and contingencies. Many factors, both known and unknown, could cause
actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from the results, performance or
achievements that are or may be expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements and the parties
have made assumptions and estimates based on or related to many of these factor s. Such factors include,
without limitation, risks associated with possible accidents and other risks associated with mineral
exploration operations, the risk that the Company will encounter unanticipated geological factors, risks
associated with the interpretation of exploration results, the possibility that the Company may not be able
to secure permitting and other governmental clearances necessary to carry out the Company's exploration
plans, the risk that the Com pany will not be able to raise sufficient funds to carry out its business plans,
and the risk of political uncertainties and regulatory or legal changes that might interfere with the
Company's business and prospects. These risks, as well as others, are disclosed within the Company's filing
on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca, the Canadian Securities Administrators' national system that all market
participants use for filings and disclosure, which investors are encouraged to review prior to any
transaction involving the securities of the Company. Readers should not place undue reliance on the
forward-looking statements and information contained in this news release concerning these items.
Graphano does not assume any obligation to update the forward -looking statements of beliefs, opinions,
projections, or other factors, should they change, except as required by applicable securities laws.