Join Michael Fox as he sits down with Michael Rowley, President and CEO of Stillwater Critical Minerals (TSX:PGE) (OTCQB:PGEZF) (FRA:JOG), at the Better in Our Backyard Mining and Energy Expo in Minneapolis. In this in-depth interview, Rowley shares insights into Stillwater’s operations in Montana — a region rich with nickel, copper, cobalt, PGMs, gold, and chromium — and its growing role in strengthening the North American critical metals supply chain.
Rowley discusses how Stillwater’s projects benefit from geological advantages, proximity to existing mines, and strong political backing from state and federal leaders, including Montana’s governor, senators, and congressmen. He also highlights the company’s third funding round with Glencore, underscoring investor confidence and strategic momentum.
Key Topics Covered:
Critical Metals Supply Chain Strategy: The importance of building a secure, domestic supply chain to reduce reliance on foreign sources and enhance national security.
Hydrometallurgy vs. Smelting: Michael explains why hydrometallurgy offers higher metal recoveries, a smaller environmental footprint, and greater scalability compared to traditional smelting.
Stillwater Project Progress: Updates on recent drilling successes, chromite intersections, and upcoming metallurgy and production studies planned for 2026.
This conversation sheds light on how Stillwater Critical Minerals is positioned to become a leading domestic supplier of essential metals, driving economic growth and sustainability in U.S. resource development.
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