News: Innovation Mining's RZOLV: Pioneering Non-Toxic, Low-Impact, In-Situ Gold Recovery

Vancouver, BC – April 25, 2025 — Innovation Mining, a Vancouver-based clean-tech company, is poised to transform the gold mining industry with its proprietary, non-toxic lixiviant, RZOLV. Designed as a sustainable alternative to cyanide, RZOLV offers comparable gold recovery rates and costs without the associated environmental and health hazards.​

RZOLV is a water-based, patent-pending solution that serves as an alternative to cyanide in gold extraction processes. Its compatibility with existing infrastructure allows for seamless integration into current operations, reducing both capital and operational expenditures. Moreover, RZOLV's efficacy extends to processing low-grade ores, concentrates, and mine tailings, unlocking previously uneconomic or stranded resources, including those in regions where cyanide use is prohibited.​

The adoption of RZOLV aligns with the industry's shift towards environmentally responsible practices. By mitigating the risks associated with cyanide, mining companies can anticipate streamlined permitting processes and enhanced community relations. Innovation Mining's upcoming 100-tonne industrial test aims to validate RZOLV's scalability and reinforce its position as a viable, eco-friendly solution in gold extraction.​

As the global demand for sustainable mining practices intensifies, Innovation Mining's RZOLV presents a promising path forward, balancing environmental stewardship with economic viability.​

Advancing In-Situ Recovery (ISR) with RZOLV

 In addition to its applications in conventional gold extraction methods, RZOLV's non-toxic and water-based composition makes it a strong candidate for in-situ recovery (ISR) mining, a technique that extracts metals directly from the ore body without traditional excavation.​

ISR involves injecting a lixiviant into the ore deposit to dissolve the target metals, which are then pumped to the surface for recovery. This method significantly reduces surface disturbance, waste generation, costs, and environmental impact.

ISR is well documented and proven technology. ISR is used extensively in the recovery of uranium, soluble salts, such as potash, boron and magnesium minerals. The first trials of uranium ISR were initiated in the 1960s i and, by 2013, almost half of the world’s uranium was being mined from ISR operations, including those in Australia, China, Kazakhstan, Russia, USA and Uzbekistan. Successful commercial trials for the recovery of copper has also been reported.

RZOLV's compatibility with ISR could enable mining operations to access previously untapped or environmentally sensitive gold deposits, further advancing sustainable mining initiatives.​

Environmental and Economic Benefits of In-Situ Gold Mining with RZOLV:

• Minimizing Impact Above and Below Ground: ISR eliminates the need for open pits, waste dumps, and tailings piles, preserving the natural landscape.

• Reduced Surface Disturbance: By avoiding traditional excavation, ISR minimizes noise, dust, and greenhouse gas emissions.

• Faster Development and Flexible Production: ISR operations can be established more quickly and adjusted more easily than conventional mining methods.

• Reduced Closure and Reclamation Costs: The minimal surface impact of ISR leads to lower costs associated with mine closure and land reclamation.

• Improved Worker Health and Safety: The non-toxic nature of RZOLV enhances safety for workers by reducing exposure to hazardous chemicals.

• Reduced Community Disruption: ISR's low-impact approach lessens the disruption to nearby communities, fostering better relationships.

• Protection of Community Resources: By preserving water quality and reducing environmental risks, ISR helps protect vital community resources.

• Enhanced Social License to Operate: The environmentally friendly profile of ISR with RZOLV can lead to greater community support and smoother regulatory approvals.​

Innovation Mining's exploration into ISR applications for RZOLV underscores the company's commitment to pioneering eco-friendly mining solutions that meet the evolving demands of the industry and society.​

Duane Nelson, President & CEO of Innovation Mining stated;” the potential application of insitu mining for the gold sector is truly a game-changer. Our RZOLV formula has recently delivered positive results on the selective dissolution of gold from samples in a neutral pH environment. While we are still early in the research phase, this is a positive step towards the potential application of our formula in the proven insitu mining process.”

About Innovation Mining

Innovation Mining is a clean-tech technology innovator. The Company is developing a patent pending, environmentally friendly, and non-cyanide-based chemical formula for the extraction of precious metals. Over 90% of gold is produced annually using over $2B of cyanide. Innovation’s unique water-based formula is powerful, safe, sustainable, and offers a cost-effective alternative to cyanide. The company is led by a seasoned and proven team of executives. For more information, visit Innovation Mining's website. Innovationmining.com

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