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Formation Metals Inc. (CSE:FOMO, OTCPK:FOMTF, FSE:VF1) is turning heads in the mining world as it pushes forward with one of Quebec’s most promising exploration projects. With gold prices soaring and demand for critical metals on the rise, this junior explorer could be sitting on a major discovery.

Here’s why savvy investors should be watching Formation Metals closely in 2025.

Gold Bull Market and Clean Energy Trends Align Perfectly

Gold has soared to record highs in 2025, trading above $3,400 per ounce. Central banks and investors are rushing to buy gold as a safe-haven asset. President Trump’s renewed push for tariffs has created more market uncertainty, which is also driving prices up.

Looking ahead, the outlook stays strong. JP Morgan expects gold to average around $3,675 per ounce by late 2025 and climb toward $4,000 by mid-2026. Demand is likely to stay high, with central banks and investors expected to buy about 710 tonnes each quarter this year.

Also, the demand for metals tied to electrification and clean energy is surging. And Formation’s flagship N2 gold project aligns perfectly with both trends. Additionally, Quebec has simple permitting rules, so projects move faster with less paperwork and delays.

Formation Metals’ Flagship N2 Gold Project: A Prime Asset in Quebec’s Abitibi Gold Belt

The miner’s flagship asset, the N2 Gold Project is located in Quebec’s Abitibi sub province. This region is well-known for producing millions of ounces of gold because of its rich geology and mining-friendly policies. N2 covers 87 claims across nearly 4,400 hectares and lies right along the Casa Berardi trend which is a home to several major gold discoveries.

More importantly, the property is accessible year-round via highway and logging roads, which makes it easier and cheaper to explore.

Gold Resource Nears 1 Million Ounces!

The N2 Project already holds a historical gold resource of around 870,000 ounces, spread across multiple zones. This includes 18 million tonnes grading roughly 1.4 to 1.5 grams per tonne of gold, plus a higher-grade zone (RJ) with 243,000 tonnes at 7.82 g/t.

What’s even more exciting is that much of the property remains underexplored. Only about a third of the “A” zone has been drilled, leaving over 3 kilometers open for future expansion. The Management believes that with proper exploration, the resource could grow well beyond three million ounces.

2025 Drill Program Fully Funded and Underway

It has launched a 20,000-metre drill program, with the first 5,000 metres fully funded and set in motion. The focus is on expanding the known gold zones, especially “A,” “RJ,” and “Central” while also chasing new mineralized trends.

This kind of aggressive drilling is often what sets early-stage juniors apart. Formation is betting big on the ground it owns, and investors may soon see the results.

Base Metals Upside: Copper and Zinc Intercepts Add Value

Gold might be the headliner, but there’s more to N2. A fresh review of historic drill core revealed notable copper and zinc intercepts across the property. That means Formation could be holding onto a multi-metal discovery, not just a gold project.

In a market where base metals like copper are seeing renewed demand with the EV boom, infrastructure, and clean tech, that’s a major bonus.

Undervalued Formation Metals Stock Offers Re-Rating Potential

With C$2.8 million in working capital and $14.3M market cap, the mining company is fully funded for its 2025 drill plans. That financial stability removes a key risk often seen in the junior space i.e. running out of cash mid-program.

Based on these figures, experts say that if FOMO can confirm even a 3 million-ounce gold resource, the in-ground value at current gold prices could exceed $9.9 billion. Assuming just a 50% success rate in its drill campaign, that’s potentially $4.95 billion in value creation, yet the company’s market cap remains a fraction of that.

This gap presents a clear re-rating opportunity. Once drill results hit the market and permit approvals come through (expected within weeks), investors could start pricing in N2’s full potential.

Strong Re-rating Potential

Formation Metals Stock Could Be 2025’s Breakout Mining Play

The company is shaping up to be one of 2025’s most interesting junior mining stories. With a large, underexplored gold project in a tier-one jurisdiction, base metals potential, a fully funded drill campaign, and a clear path to resource expansion, this company is positioned for a major upside move.

For investors looking to ride the gold wave and get exposure to copper and zinc also Formation Metals could be the opportunity to watch before the market catches on.

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China’s electric vehicle (EV) maker Leapmotor has signed a carbon credit transfer agreement with Italy’s Stellantis. The plan sees Stellantis buying CO₂ credits from Leapmotor, which can generate these credits through producing and selling zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs).

The deal reflects how EV manufacturers are not only cutting emissions but also earning revenue by selling tradable carbon credits. Let’s uncover how.

Trading Carbon and Cars: Inside the Leapmotor-Stellantis Deal

In a strategic move, Leapmotor announced that its subsidiary Leapmotor Power has signed a carbon credit transfer agreement with Stellantis units in China. The deal allows Stellantis’ Chinese units to purchase carbon credits from Leapmotor, helping the global auto giant comply with China’s strict vehicle emission regulations.

Leapmotor’s subsidiary will transfer CO₂ credits to several Stellantis brands, such as Fiat and Jeep, under a plan that likely spans several years. Each credit represents one tonne of CO₂ avoided by selling an EV instead of a fossil-fuel vehicle. 

The Italian carmaker aims to be net zero by 2038, and part of this goal is rolling out battery electric vehicles (BEVs) by 2030. Apart from buying carbon credits, Stellantis is also ramping up its EV strategy, investing in battery production and infrastructure. The company aims for 100% battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales in Europe and 50% in the U.S. by 2030.

While specific volumes and pricing weren’t disclosed, Stellantis and Leapmotor called the deal “landmark.” It signals a growing trend: EV makers increasingly rely on carbon credit sales to boost revenue and offset costs.

The transaction highlights the growing importance of carbon credits in global automotive strategy. By selling credits from its zero-emission EVs, Leapmotor not only gains new revenue but also strengthens its relationship with Stellantis, which owns a 20% stake in the Chinese EV maker.

Moreover, the agreement reflects Stellantis’ push to meet regulatory requirements while scaling up its electrification strategy in a cost-effective way. Leapmotor further said the agreement complies with China’s “Parallel Management Method for Passenger Vehicle Corporate Average Fuel Consumption (CAFC) and New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Credits.”

This policy encourages automakers to improve fuel efficiency and expand NEV output to earn tradable credits, aligning with China’s national goals to peak carbon emissions before 2030.

• RELATED: Why Stellantis Still Needs Tesla’s Carbon Credits in 2025

Turning Emissions Into Earnings: How EVs Mint Carbon Credits

Electric vehicles play a crucial role in the global shift to cleaner transportation, not just by reducing tailpipe emissions, but also by generating carbon credits. Because EVs produce zero direct emissions, each vehicle sold contributes to a manufacturer’s carbon offset capabilities.

These offsets can be converted into carbon credits, which are then traded or sold to other companies that need to balance out their carbon footprint. This system provides a major incentive for automakers to go green.

Zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) automatically earn credits under many emissions rules. Regulators like California, China, and the EU set ZEV quotas, mandating that a share of each automaker’s sales must come from EVs. If carmakers fall short, they must buy credits from those, like Leapmotor, that sell EVs.

Tesla is the most notable case. In 2024, it earned $2.76 billion in carbon-credit revenue, up 54% from 2023 ($1.79B). That credit sales helped Tesla generate nearly 30% of its quarterly profits in late 2024.

Since 2017, Tesla has made over $10.4B from regulatory credit sales. Its dominance shows how EV-led carbon programs can turn into powerful income streams.

This income supports Tesla’s bottom line and helps fund further investment in clean technology. As more countries introduce stricter emissions regulations and carbon pricing systems, EV makers like Leapmotor and Tesla are well-positioned to benefit.

Leapmotor Cashes In: Joining the Billion-Dollar EV Credit Market

Leapmotor’s deal with Stellantis means it can tap into this same market. As more countries tighten emissions rules, demand for credits is rising. For Stellantis, buying Leapmotor’s ZEV credits helps the company meet regulatory targets, especially in Europe, where non-compliance can trigger fines of €95 per gram of CO₂ per kilometer.

For Leapmotor, this provides steady revenue and strengthens its financial profile. The company can now scale production more confidently and reinvest in EV technology, production capacity, or market expansion.

Bumps in the Fast Lane

EV credit markets can shift quickly. In the U.S., lawmakers are considering phasing out credit programs, which would threaten Tesla’s model. In the EU, pooling credits between automakers is allowed, but regulators may change these rules.

• SEE MORE: EU’s 2025 Emission Rules Led Tesla and Mercedes to Pool Carbon Credits to Avoid $15.6 Billion Fine

Analysts also warn that as every carmaker ramps up EV production, credit prices may drop. Tesla’s revenues rose when others lagged, but as more EVs flood the market, credit demand could weaken and prices fall.

What It Means for the EV Market and Carbon Goals

The Leapmotor-Stellantis carbon credit deal shows how traditional and electric carmakers can work together to meet climate targets. It also reveals a growing trend in the EV space, where clean car companies gain an additional stream of revenue by selling credits to those that lag behind in electrification.

For Leapmotor, the deal boosts credibility and financial flexibility as it expands in and outside China. For Stellantis, the agreement helps it stay compliant in the world’s largest auto market while giving it time to accelerate its own EV rollout.

This model mirrors what Tesla has long benefited from and could soon become a standard revenue model for many EV players. With global carbon credit markets expected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars by 2030, carbon trading between automakers could significantly impact the industry’s economics and the pace of decarbonization.

Bloomberg forecasts global EV sales to take 50% of the market by 2030. China remains the top market globally.

As global policies tighten and consumer demand for EVs grows, automakers will likely explore more creative ways, like this partnership, to manage their carbon footprints. These deals reinforce how EVs are more than just clean transport—they’re a powerful lever in the global carbon economy.

Looking Ahead: Leapmotor’s Path to Profit and Sustainability

Leapmotor’s deal with Stellantis positions it not only as an EV innovator but also as an energy-efficient exporter of carbon compliance. As global emissions rules tighten, its ability to generate carbon assets may become a key revenue source.

The deal also highlights how the shift to electric vehicles is reshaping global emissions markets. Automakers that sell EVs can now earn substantial revenue through regulatory credits, while legacy firms comply with climate rules.

Tesla’s multi-billion-dollar credit earnings show just how lucrative this business can be. As EV sales grow, the competition for credits will intensify. For EV producers, carbon credits offer not just sustainability merit but real financial value, bolstering their position in the global automotive market and speeding the transition to net-zero transport.

• READ MORE: 2025 EV Sales Surge: Which Countries Are Winning the Electric Race?

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Google has signed a major power purchase agreement (PPA) for 200 megawatts (MW) of clean fusion power from Commonwealth Fusion Systems’ (CFS) first commercial fusion power plant, ARC. This plant, located in Chesterfield County, Virginia, is set to provide carbon-free power to the grid by the early 2030s.

The tech giant also has the option to buy electricity from more ARC plants in the future. As an investor in CFS since 2021, Google is increasing its stake in the fusion company. While financial terms are undisclosed, this agreement is a big step forward for fusion power and shows Google’s commitment to clean energy innovation.

Michael Terrell, Head of Advanced Energy at Google, said,

“By entering into this agreement with CFS, we hope to help prove out and scale a promising pathway toward commercial fusion power. We’re excited to make this longer-term bet on a technology with transformative potential to meet the world’s future energy demand, and support CFS in their efforts to reach the scientific and engineering milestones needed to get there.”

What Is Fusion, and Why Does It Matter?

Fusion energy combines two light atoms, like hydrogen, into a heavier one, releasing a lot of energy. This is the same reaction that powers the sun.

The IAEA states that fusion could produce four times more energy per kilogram than nuclear fission, which current nuclear power plants use. It can generate millions of times more energy than fossil fuels. Best of all, it’s clean and carbon-free.

Commonwealth Fusion Systems: The Company Behind the Breakthrough

CFS spun out of MIT’s Plasma Science and Fusion Center in 2018. Based in Massachusetts, the fusion giant is working on compact, efficient fusion technology to make fusion power practical and scalable. The company combines breakthrough science with rapid engineering. Using high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnets and proven tokamak designs, the company aims to bring fusion to the grid quickly and affordably.

Notably, with over $2 billion in support from private and public investors, Commonwealth Fusion Systems leads the way toward a zero-carbon energy future.

Bob Mumgaard, CEO and Co-founder of CFS, said,

“Fusion power is within our grasp thanks in part to forward-thinking partners like Google, a recognized technology pioneer across industries. Our strategic deal with Google is the first of many as we move to demonstrate fusion energy from SPARC and then bring our first power plant online. We aim to demonstrate fusion’s ability to provide reliable, abundant, clean energy at the scale needed to unlock economic growth and improve modern living – and enable what will be the largest market transition in history.”

SPARC to ARC: How the Fusion Journey Begins

The Google-CFS deal connects to SPARC, a compact fusion machine being built at CFS’s campus in Devens, Massachusetts. SPARC uses a tokamak design, a donut-shaped device that holds super-hot plasma with powerful magnetic fields.

With high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnets, SPARC will be smaller and more efficient than earlier fusion models. Its goal? Achieve net energy gain (Q>1), where it produces more energy than it uses. Once that’s achieved, the technology will power ARC, the world’s first grid-scale fusion power plant.

ARC: Compact, Clean, and Ready for the Grid

ARC aims to generate 400 MW of firm, carbon-free power, similar to a natural gas plant. It can fit easily into existing power grids, providing clean, reliable electricity.

Here’s what makes ARC unique: 

• Zero carbon emissions

• Small land footprint — the size of a big-box store

• Safe design — no risk of meltdown or long-lived radioactive waste

• Rapid ramp-up/down — supports both baseload and flexible power needs

• Abundant fuel — uses deuterium from seawater and self-produces tritium

• Minimal fuel needs — one truck can hold 30 years’ worth of fuel

ARC not only competes with fossil fuels but also surpasses them in cost, location flexibility, and safety. It complements renewables like solar and wind by providing steady backup power.

• ALSO READ: Commonwealth Fusion Systems’ Innovative Magnet Powers Fusion to the Grid 

Job Creation and Local Impact

The Chesterfield County project will create hundreds of jobs during construction and operation. The site near Richmond, Virginia, was chosen for its growing energy needs and strong local infrastructure.

Meeting AI and Electrification Demands

As AI and data centers increase electricity use, traditional energy sources struggle to keep up. Fusion could provide clean, reliable power that meets global demand without harming the planet.

Fusion also avoids the resource bottlenecks of fossil fuels and uranium systems. Since hydrogen is widely available, fusion fuel will remain cheap and stable, unlike natural gas prices, which can fluctuate wildly.

A Climate Moonshot: Why Google Is All In

Google’s partnership with CFS is part of its climate mission. In 2024, Google added 2.5 gigawatts of new clean energy across multiple data center regions. The company also signed deals for advanced geothermal and small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs) and uses AI to optimize grid integration.

With this new fusion deal, Google is betting on the next generation of carbon-free energy. The tech giant understands that securing clean, reliable power is essential for future-proofing its data centers and services.

For instance, last year Google signed the first corporate deal to buy power from Kairos Power’s small modular reactors (SMRs), aiming to add up to 500 MW of clean energy to U.S. grids by 2035. The first reactor is expected to be operational by 2030.

• RELATED: Google and Chevron Back TAE Technologies as It Nears Fusion Power Breakthrough

Fusion Industry’s Momentum Is Growing

The global fusion race is heating up. The Global Fusion Industry Report shows that over 45 companies have entered the field, raising more than $7 billion in funding. Public-private partnerships are vital, and government support has recently increased by more than 50%.

CFS is leading this charge with real progress. It’s creating a blueprint for a clean energy future. Fusion power from ARC promises low-cost, high-impact solutions for nations, industries, and communities everywhere.

By backing this technology early, Google is securing a clean, stable energy supply for its growing needs. It shows that fusion is no longer science fiction; it’s becoming a commercial reality.

• MUST READ: $7.1 Billion Investment Fuels Fusion Commercialization. Is Fusion the Future Energy?

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