SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Green Critical Minerals (ASX: GCM), a company focused on developing green energy projects, has announced the appointment of Mr Clinton Booth as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
Mr Booth has over 20 years of experience in the mining and energy sectors, having worked in various senior roles at Pioneer Lithium Limited, Fortescue Future Industries, Galaxy Resources Limited and Sundance Resources Limited.
He has been involved in exploration, development and operations of lithium, iron ore and other mineral projects in Australia and internationally. He has also led successful IPOs, M&A and joint venture transactions, and improved financial and operational performance of several projects.
Mr Booth holds a Bachelor of Commerce and an MBA from Curtin University. He will commence his role as CEO of Green Critical Minerals on 8 January 2024.
Executive Chairman Leon Pretorius commented: “Being able to attract a CEO with the caliber of Clint’s experience and proven technical and commercial acumen bodes well for GCM to progress its flagship McIntosh Graphite project and its less advanced REE, base and precious metal and other mineral prospects in the NT, QLD and NSW.
The Board welcomes Clint’s expertise in all facets of study management and will support his immediate focus to update the McIntosh Feasibility Study and investigate and expand its full potential. I look forward to working with Clint.”
Mr Booth commented: “I am extremely pleased to join and lead Green Critical Minerals at this exciting phase and am looking forward to developing our assets and delivering value to our shareholders.
The quality of the assets we have at GCM and the vision to deliver into the critical minerals space are incredibly attractive. The McIntosh graphite deposit is a clear standout and represents one of the best near-term critical mineral development opportunities in Australia. It has all the hallmarks to become a leading Australian graphite producing mine.
Critical minerals are vital for renewable energy and the EV revolution, and it’s incredibly important we also turn our attention to mining them responsibly and sustainably. To this end, I will be exploring carbon mitigation strategies with a view to achieving Australia’s first net-zero carbon graphite mine.
The REE potential at North Barkly further rounds out GCM’s vision to deliver critical minerals in tier 1 locations. I look forward to uncovering the true potential for what is shaping up to be a significant REE find.”