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National Post
39 minutes ago
- Business
- National Post
dynaCERT Graduates to OTCQB in the USA
Article content TORONTO — dynaCERT Inc. (TSX: DYA) (OTCQB: DYFSF) (FRA: DMJ) (' dynaCERT ' or the 'Company') is pleased to announce that it has qualified for graduation to the OTCQB and its common shares will continue trading in the United States today (June 2, 2025) under the symbol DYFSF. The OTCQB Venture Market in the United States is operated by the OTC Markets Group Inc. Article content Article content dynaCERT 's common shares continue to be listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, Canada's premier senior exchange, under the symbol DYA, and on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in Europe, under the symbol DMJ as well as trading globally on numerous other platforms. Article content Benefits of Trading on the OTCQB Article content Graduating to the OTCQB, the OTC Bulletin Board, means that dynaCERT 's common shares start trading on the middle-tier OTC market, which is also known as the 'Venture Market'. This marks a significant step for the Company, offering dynaCERT more liquidity, visibility and potentially a larger investor base. This graduation also provides a more seamless trading experience for investors in the United States. Article content Real-Time Level 2 Quotes Article content Jim Payne, Chairman and CEO of dynaCERT, stated, ' dynaCERT thanks the OTC for graduating the Company to OTCQB. As a global leader of hydrogen-on-demand technology, we offer our full line of proprietary technology also to the USA market. Our unique HydraGEN™ models are designed to reduce fuel consumption and GHG emissions in diesel engines in many industries including in logistics, transportation, mining, oil & gas and construction. By backing our initiatives, US-based businesses support clean energy solutions. We, at dynaCERT, are proud to be part of this momentum.' Article content About dynaCERT Inc. Article content dynaCERT Inc. manufactures and distributes Carbon Emission Reduction Technology along with its proprietary HydraLytica™ Telematics, a means of monitoring fuel consumption and calculating GHG emissions savings designed for the tracking of possible future Carbon Credits for use with internal combustion engines. As part of the growing global hydrogen economy, our patented technology creates hydrogen and oxygen on-demand through a unique electrolysis system and supplies these gases through the air intake to enhance combustion, which has shown to lower carbon emissions and improve fuel efficiency. Our technology is designed for use with many types and sizes of diesel engines used in on-road vehicles, reefer trailers, off-road construction, power generation, mining and forestry equipment. Website: www. Article content This press release of dynaCERT Inc. contains statements that constitute 'forward-looking statements'. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause dynaCERT's actual results, performance or achievements, or developments in the industry to differ materially from the anticipated results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. In particular, information relating to the OTC, the OTCQB and their platforms cannot be independently verified. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Actual results may vary from the forward-looking information in this news release due to certain material risk factors. Article content Except for statements of historical fact, this news release contains certain 'forward-looking information' within the meaning of applicable securities law. Forward-looking information is frequently characterized by words such as 'plan', 'expect', 'project', 'intend', 'believe', 'anticipate', 'estimate' and other similar words, or statements that certain events or conditions 'may' or 'will' occur. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking information are reasonable, there can be no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. We cannot guarantee future results, performance of achievements. Consequently, there is no representation that the actual results achieved will be the same, in whole or in part, as those set out in the forward-looking information. Article content Forward-looking information is based on the opinions and estimates of management at the date the statements are made and are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking information. Some of the risks and other factors that could cause the results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking information include, but are not limited to: uncertainty as to whether our strategies and business plans will yield the expected benefits; availability and cost of capital; the ability to identify and develop and achieve commercial success for new products and technologies; the level of expenditures necessary to maintain and improve the quality of products and services; changes in technology and changes in laws and regulations; the uncertainty of the emerging hydrogen economy; including the hydrogen economy moving at a pace not anticipated; our ability to secure and maintain strategic relationships and distribution agreements; and the other risk factors disclosed under our profile on SEDAR at Readers are cautioned that this list of risk factors should not be construed as exhaustive. Article content The forward-looking information contained in this news release is expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. We undertake no duty to update any of the forward-looking information to conform such information to actual results or to changes in our expectations except as otherwise required by applicable securities legislation. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Article content Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content Jim Payne, Chairman & CEO dynaCERT Inc. #101 – 501 Alliance Avenue Toronto, Ontario M6N 2J1 +1 (416) 766-9691 x 2 jpayne@ Article content Article content Article content
Yahoo
12 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Trump's ‘Beautiful' Bill Casts a Cloud Over Hydrogen's Future
A week ago, the U.S. House of Representatives passed Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' designed to deploy large tax cuts, extra spending on defense and immigration enforcement by primarily leveraging deep cuts to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022. With the contentious bill now headed for the Senate, some energy experts are warning of dire consequences for some renewable energy industries if it becomes law. To wit, the sweeping policy bill seeks to phase out billions in tax credits for the budding green hydrogen and EV battery industries. Created under the Inflation Reduction Act during the Biden administration, the Section 45V tax credit has been a major boon for low-carbon hydrogen and ammonia projects across the country. This could be profound: a total of 46 hydrogen and ammonia-related projects were qualified to receive 45V tax benefits in Louisiana alone, including massive builds from Air Products & Chemicals (NYSE:APD), Clean Hydrogen Works and Bia Energy. Over the past couple of years, Louisiana has emerged as the country's leading hydrogen hub, focused on industry growth and sustainability. The state is home to some of the largest hydrogen projects in the country, including Clean Hydrogen Works' $7.5 billion ammonia and blue hydrogen project slated to create 1,472 jobs; Air Products' $4.5 billion blue hydrogen plant; Bia Energy Operating Company's $550 million blue hydrogen project and Monarch Energy's $426 million green hydrogen project. Losing 45V tax credits may seriously erode the economic viability of these companies: according to company filings, Air Products received $19.7 million in federal tax credits in 2024, with the company's federal tax credit claims jumping nearly 40% between 2020 and 2024. That's perhaps not a coincidence when you consider that the 45V program kicked off in 2021 after former President Joe Biden passed the over 10 million tons of gross annual output, Illinois-based CF Industries (NYSE:CF) is one of the largest ammonia producers in the world, with Louisiana accounting for half of the company's output. CF has already secured renewable energy certificates that qualify its pilot electrolyzer project for 45V tax credits when operational. When asked about the impact of the termination of 45V credits, Ryan Stiles, who manages the company's ammonia production, said that some customers are likely to be less tolerant of paying more for low-carbon ammonia without the 45V subsidies. The hydrogen sector heavyweight, Plug Power (NASDAQ:PLUG), only began operations in Louisiana a month ago; however, the company has previously flagged the importance of the 45V credit, stating that any limitation 'could be materially adverse to the Company and its near-term hydrogen generation projects.' Yet another provision in Trump's big bill would spell doom for Section 48 Investment Tax Credit for certain clean energy technologies, ending eligibility for the credits in 2032--three years earlier than the IRA intended. On a brighter note, the bill still provides tax credits for carbon capture and sequestration under Section 45Q. 'We expect our investment into the Donaldsonville CCS project will increase our free cash flow in the range of $100 million per year due to the United States' 45Q tax credit for permanently sequestering CO2,' CF Industries said in its annual report. CF Industries is not the only energy company that will be counting its lucky stars for Trump's big bill leaving CCS credits intact. Big Oil has invested considerable capital into carbon capture projects, including Exxon Mobil's (NYSE:XOM) latest CCS project targeting power-hungry U.S. data centers. The Oil & Gas giant has unveiled a groundbreaking plan wherein the company will provide low-carbon power to the U.S. data centers powering the AI boom. Exxon's proposal outlines a first-of-its-kind facility that will use natural gas to produce electricity while capturing more than 90% of the CO2 emissions. The captured emissions will then be stored deep underground. ExxonMobil's current CCS technology supports industries involved in steel, hydrogen and ammonia production, with the company having secured agreements to store up to 6.7 million tons of CO2 annually for these sectors. Meanwhile, last month, Shell (NYSE:SHEL), Equinor (NYSE:EQNR), and TotalEnergies (NYSE:TTE) expanded their Northern Lights CCS project with $714 million in total investments. The decision comes after a deal with Swedish energy company, Stockholm Exergi, which has pledged to send up to 900,000 tonnes of CO? each year over a 5-year span. With the additional investment, Northern Lights is now capable of storing at least 5 million tonnes of CO? per year, more than triple the original target of 1.5 million tonnes. By Alex Kimani for More Top Reads From this article on
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Infamous 'neutron lifetime puzzle' may finally have a solution — but it involves invisible atoms
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. A mysterious second flavor of hydrogen atoms — one that doesn't interact with light — may exist, a new theoretical study proposes, and it could account for much of the universe's missing matter while also explaining a long-standing mystery in particle physics. The mystery, known as the neutron lifetime puzzle, revolves around two experimental methods whose results disagree on the average lifetime of free neutrons — those not bound within atomic nuclei — before they decay to produce three other particles: protons, electrons and neutrinos. "There were two kinds of experiments for measuring the neutron lifetime," Eugene Oks, a physicist at Auburn University and sole author of the new study published in the journal Nuclear Physics B, told Live Science in an email. The two methods are called beam and bottle. In beam experiments, scientists count protons left behind immediately after neutrons decay. Using the other approach, in bottle experiments, ultra-cold neutrons are trapped and left to decay, and the remaining neutrons are counted after the experimental run is over — typically lasting between 100 and 1000 seconds, with many such runs performed under varying conditions like trap material, storage time, and temperature to improve accuracy and control for systematic errors. These two methods yield results that differ by about 10 seconds: beam experiments measure a neutron lifetime of 888 seconds, whereas bottle experiments report 878 seconds — a discrepancy well beyond experimental uncertainty. "This was the puzzle," said Oks. In his study, Oks proposes that the discrepancy in lifetimes arises because a neutron sometimes decays not into three particles, but just two: a hydrogen atom and a neutrino. Since the hydrogen atom is electrically neutral, it can pass through detectors unnoticed, giving the false impression that fewer decays have occurred than expected. Although this two-body decay mode had been proposed theoretically in the past, it was believed to be extremely rare — occurring in only about 4 out of every million decays. Oks argues that this estimate is dramatically off because previous calculations didn't consider a more exotic possibility: that most of these two-body decays produce a second, unrecognized flavor of hydrogen atom. And unlike ordinary hydrogen, these atoms don't interact with light. "They do not emit or absorb electromagnetic radiation, they remain dark," Oks explained. That would make them undetectable using traditional instruments, which rely on light to find and study atoms. Related: How many atoms are in the observable universe? What distinguishes this second flavor? Most importantly, the electron in this type of hydrogen would be far more likely to be found close to the central proton than in ordinary atoms, and would be completely immune to the electromagnetic forces that make regular atoms visible. The invisible hydrogen would be hard to detect. "The probability of finding the atomic electron in the close proximity to the proton is several orders of magnitude greater than for ordinary hydrogen atoms," Oks added. This strange atomic behavior comes from a peculiar solution to the Dirac equation — the core equation in quantum physics that describes how electrons behave. Normally, these solutions are considered unphysical, but Oks argues that once the fact that protons have a finite size is taken into account, these unusual solutions start to make sense and describe well-defined particles. By considering a second flavor of hydrogen, Oks calculates that the rate of two-body decays could be enhanced by a factor of about 3,000. This would raise their frequency to around 1% of all neutron decays — enough to explain the gap between beam and bottle experiments. "The enhancement of the two-body decay by a factor of about 3000 provided the complete quantitative resolution of the neutron lifetime puzzle," he said. That's not all. Invisible hydrogen atoms might also solve another cosmic mystery: the identity of dark matter, the unseen material that's thought to make up most of the matter in the universe today. In a 2020 study, Oks showed that if these invisible atoms were abundant in the early universe, they could explain an unexpected dip in ancient hydrogen radio signals observed by astronomers. Since then, he has argued that these atoms may be the dominant form of baryonic dark matter — matter made from known particles like protons and neutrons, but in a form that's hard to detect. "The status of the second flavor of hydrogen atoms as baryonic dark matter is favored by the Occam's razor principle," said Oks, referring to the idea that the simplest explanation is often best. "The second flavor of hydrogen atoms, being based on the standard quantum mechanics, does not go beyond the Standard Model of particle physics." In other words, no exotic new particles or material are needed to explain dark matter — just a new interpretation of atoms that we already thought we understood. Oks is now collaborating with experimentalists to test his theory. At the Los Alamos National Laboratory in New Mexico, a team is preparing an experiment based on two key ideas. First, both flavors of hydrogen can be excited using an electron beam. Second, once excited, ordinary hydrogen atoms can be stripped away using a laser or electric field — leaving behind only the invisible ones. A similar experiment is also being prepared in Germany at the Forschungszentrum Jülich, a national research institute near Garching. RELATED STORIES —Dark matter may have its own 'invisible' periodic table of elements —Scientists may have finally found where the 'missing half' of the universe's matter is hiding —Scientists are one step closer to knowing the mass of ghostly neutrinos — possibly paving the way to new physics The stakes for these tests are high. "If successful, the experiment could yield results this year," said Oks. "The success would be a very significant breakthrough both in particle physics and in dark matter research." In the future, Oks plans to explore whether other atomic systems might also have two flavors, potentially opening the door to even more surprising discoveries. And if confirmed, such findings could also reshape our understanding of cosmic history. "The precise value of the neutron lifetime is pivotal for calculating the amount of hydrogen, helium and other light elements that were formed in the first few minutes of the universe's life," Oks said. So his proposal doesn't just solve a long-standing puzzle — it could rewrite the earliest chapters of cosmic evolution.
Forbes
3 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
What's Behind PLUG Stock's Deep Dive?
CHONGQING, CHINA - MAY 11: In this photo illustration, the logo of Plug Power Inc. is displayed on a ... More smartphone screen, with the company's green branding visible in the background, on May 11, 2025, in Chongqing, China. (Photo illustration by) Plug Power (NASDAQ: PLUG), a company specializing in hydrogen fuel cells, is facing severe financial difficulties, resulting in a 60% decline in its stock price year-to-date. Currently priced at just below $1, the stock has dropped over 70% from its 52-week peak of around $3.50. This decline largely stems from the company's significant cash outflow, which has rightly alarmed investors. If you're in search of better prospects with a more stable experience than holding individual stocks, consider examining diversified portfolios that have historically surpassed the S&P, such as the Trefis High Quality portfolio, which has generated returns exceeding 91% since it began. Separately, see – Nvidia Stock's 1 Big Risk Plug Power's financial condition is unstable, as indicated by its crucial metrics for the past four quarters: In addition to its substantial losses, Plug Power's balance sheet is further compromised by a large debt burden: As of the latest quarter, Plug Power's debt reached $1.1 billion, significantly surpassing its market capitalization of $999 million (as of May 29, 2025). This discrepancy leads to a severely poor Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 108%. Although the company's overall financial outlook remains grim, Plug Power did reveal some minor progress in its most recent quarterly results: Despite Plug Power's involvement in the promising hydrogen fuel cell sector, its present financial circumstances pose significant questions regarding its long-term viability as an investment. The combination of substantial operational losses, a heavy debt load, and disappointing future revenue forecasts presents considerable risks for potential investors. Considering the numerous stronger investment choices available in today's market, prospective investors should carefully assess whether PLUG signifies a genuine turnaround opportunity or a continued downward trajectory, even with the planned cost-cutting measures. Just keep in mind – PLUG stock still represents a volatile investment, and as a long-term investment option, you might want to explore the Trefis High Quality (HQ) Portfolio, which is grounded in quality and aims for reliability, predictability, and compounding growth. Comprising 30 stocks, it has consistently outperformed the S&P 500 over the past four years. Why is that? As a group, HQ Portfolio stocks have generated higher returns with lower risk than the benchmark index; it offers a smoother investment experience, as illustrated in HQ Portfolio performance metrics.
Auto Blog
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
Is the 2025 Toyota Mirai Worth It? Hydrogen Car Pros and Cons
The 2025 Toyota Mirai promises zero emissions and sleek design—but limited infrastructure and high fuel costs raise big questions. Here's what buyers should know. Hydrogen Infrastructure Limits Toyota's Mirai Potential Is hydrogen back? Well, Toyota thinks so and has staked a sizeable portion of its future on the Mirai fuel-cell sedan. Yet just 74 U.S. pumps feel like an oasis in California's desert—drivers outside L.A. and the Bay Area must reroute for every fill. Dreaming of coast-to-coast freedom? Half the Golden State still can't find a nozzle without a detour. Can this new run at consumer-oriented hydrogen FCVs be more than a mirage? Location package with matched HDRI — Source: Toyota Real-World Range and High Fuel Costs Raise Concerns Toyota's 402-mile EPA claim for the Mirai dazzled in March, but real-world drivers settle for closer to 320 miles under mixed conditions. Paying $36 per kilogram of H₂ in California pushes your per-mile cost past $0.60. That's enough to make any commuter flinch when the pump light winks on. By comparison, EV drivers pay about $0.05 per mile charging at home or roughly $0.10 per mile at public DC fast stations, while gasoline drivers incur around $0.14 per mile at $3.50/gal and 25 mpg. Fast Fills, Long Waits: The Hydrogen Refueling Catch EV owners endure 30-minute DC fast stops yet console themselves with having access to 30,000+ U.S. fast chargers. Mirai fans brag about a five-minute fill, then cross fingers for a working station, and then hope for no lines up ahead. That five-minute thrill can morph into a half-hour headache when infrastructure vanishes. Source: Toyota Toyota Bets Big on Hydrogen with Next-Gen Tech and Investments Toyota's third-gen fuel-cell system ups efficiency by 20% and cuts stack costs 30%, backed by $200 million in new plants and 5,600+ patents. Big rigs, buses and ships eye hydrogen's energy density where batteries buckle. By skipping 20,000-lb battery packs, fuel-cell semis reclaim precious payload capacity—a lifeline for fleet operators that's already spurring hydrogen-corridor pilots from coast to coast. As trucking giants and ports install high-capacity H₂ pumps, Mirai owners could reap the benefits of the very infrastructure designed to keep big rigs rolling. Where the semis go, so too Mirai. Interestingly, Wall Street is betting the FCV market will explode from $2.5 billion today to $30 billion by 2032, seasoning Toyota's multi-hundred-million-dollar wager. Despite earlier setbacks by other automakers, analysts now view Toyota as the true first mover in the hydrogen era. The Mirai has become a big bet, one that even Wall Street is backing. Source: Toyota Incentives Sweeten the Deal but Risks Remain for Buyers Toyota's Mirai isn't just a concept. The second-gen Mirai has been on sale since late 2020, and the all-new 2025 model went on sale this spring, exclusively in California (only where hydrogen stations exist). You can order one now, with Toyota even sweetening the deal with up to $15,000 off complimentary hydrogen through 2031 or six years of free fuel. Owning a Mirai today means tying your daily commute, resale value and weekend escapes to Toyota's still-sketchy pump network. If you crave silent, zero-emission miles and you're ready to pay a premium for pioneering status, schedule a test drive now. Just prepare your route around the stations that will make or break your hydrogen promise. Source: Toyota
