Janet Sheriff

On today's Commodity Culture @SheriffJanet, CEO of @Verdera_energy, believes that there's plenty of upside ahead in the #uranium market for patient contrarians who can see the writing on the wall when it comes to the growing supply deficit, the new nuclear renaissance emerging worldwide, and the insatiable appetite for energy in the AI arms race. Janet explains how Verdera Energy fits into the picture, with their world-class ISR assets in New Mexico. Verdera Energy Website: verderauranium.com Disclaimer: Commodity Culture was compensated by Verdera Energy for producing this interview. Jesse Day is not a shareholder of Verdera Energy. Nothing contained in this video is to be construed as investment advice, do your own due diligence. $V.v

Watch Chair & CEO, Janet Lee-Sheriff's Interview with @CruxInvestor as they discuss Verdera's relationship with enCore Energy, the company's data and projects, and future plans for 2026👏📽️ Listen to the full interview here: cruxinvestor.com/posts/verdera-… #uranium #nuclearenergy #GoNuclear #cleanenergy #energy #nuclear #nuclearpower #newmexico #insiturecovery

Friendly Reminder that the inaugural Nuclear in New Mexico conference is a month out! I am looking forward to seeing you all there, we have a dynamic agenda and very impactful speakers. Don't miss your chance to network and learn from industry experts, sign up now: nuclearinnewmexico.com

✨New Blog: Something Old - Something Borrowed No, this is not a wedding announcement, but it is about something old, and something ‘borrowed’, if I may use the term ‘borrowed’ loosely. In-Situ Recovery (ISR) uranium technology replaces conventional mining with wellfield technology, in certain geological settings, and has been in operation globally for 50 years. In fact, it was the oil and gas companies that started ISR, they were finding uranium in their drill cores and set about to find a way to extract the uranium that they were finding. That has led to now over sixty percent of the uranium in the world being extracted using ISR technology. In Latin, “in-situ” means “in place” and operates without open pits, tailings, underground workings, big heavy trucks hauling rocks, dust or exposure to uranium. Instead ISR uses utilizes wellfield technology to remove uranium, that is already naturally occurring in the water, in liquid form from deep sandstone deposits beneath the water table. In the United States this is typically done without the use of harsh chemicals – existing contaminated groundwater combined with oxygen liquifies the uranium which coats sand in the aquifer – uranium likes being liquid. Once I became immersed in the world of ISR, I was convinced. The concept, removing uranium from already contaminated underground water using a system that functions much like a giant water softener, seemed almost too simple to be true. But it’s real, and it took the expertise of many skilled chemical engineers to refine and perfect. Not all uranium can be extracted with ISR technology, ISR only works in certain geological settings. If the deposit is sandstone hosted and below groundwater, ISR can be effective and only used when the contaminated aquifer (due to existing uranium and minerals in the aquifer) is declared, by regulators, to be unsuitable for any present or future use. There is a tremendous amount of oversight in this industry. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and the State along with many agencies and regulators operate within what is the most heavily regulated industry in the United States. This oversight is there to ensure the care of the land, water, air and people. I respectfully understand the negative impacts of historical conventional uranium mining in New Mexico and in many parts of this country and the fear of our tainted history. Someone once said, ‘If we don’t remember our history, we are doomed to repeat it’ and I believe it is important to remember our history – but we must not be confined to it. One must consider that, modern nuclear projects create high-wage technical jobs, bring investment to rural communities, and offer economic opportunities to all governments. ISR for uranium extraction is not a new technology it is aged, tested and proven to be safe, efficient and was borrowed from the oil and gas industry. Any choice we make should be based on factual information that is necessary for good decision making. This is why the Nuclear in New Mexico conference is a must attend. From April 20–22, The Clean Energy Association of New Mexico (“CLEAN”) will host its inaugural Nuclear in New Mexico Conference at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort and Spa on the Santa Ana Pueblo. We invite you to join industry professionals, government officials, regulators, tribal representatives, companies, community members and academic institutions who will come together for an in-depth look at the evolving role of nuclear energy in the Southwest and the opportunities it presents for New Mexico’s future. We look forward to seeing you there, where you too can be a part of this dynamic conversation that we expect will provide answers and bring to light the issues that have been for far too long creating fear where answers are available. See you there! Read all my blogs here: janetsheriff.com/blog/ #uranium #nuclear #blog #newmexico #conference #cleanenergy #association

Verdera Energy Corp. Joins Uranium Producers of America 📢 The team at Verdera is thrilled to announce our membership into the Uranium Producers of America (“UPA”). The UPA was founded in 1985 to promote a sustainable and strong domestic uranium mining and conversion industry by fostering free and fair competition while being environmentally sensitive to the communities in which we live and work. Verdera looks forward to collaborating with fellow members and supporting the organization's work to advance domestic uranium in the United States. ⚛️ #Uranium #NuclearEnergy #GoNuclear #CleanEnergy #Energy #Nuclear #NuclearPower #NewMexico #InSituRecovery #ISR #UraniumProducersOfAmerica #UPA

On behalf of CLEAN, I am honored to announce Cantor as a Gold Sponsor of the inaugural Nuclear in New Mexico Conference this April! Hosted by CLEAN, this conference will feature panel presentations, keynote speakers and fireside chats along with technical and corporate presentations. Their support underscores the critical role New Mexico plays in strengthening domestic energy security and advancing a reliable supply of uranium. Their sponsorship highlights the economic and domestic energy benefits the state of New Mexico contributes to the U.S. as a whole. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with government officials, company representatives, New Mexico residents, and more about nuclear energy in the Southwest! Register now: nuclearinnewmexico.com

Another successful PDAC in the books! I'd like to extend a huge thank you on behalf of @Verdera_energy to PowerOne for allowing me to speak at their conference. I'd also like to thank the @tsx_tsxv for arranging Verdera to close the Market on Tuesday! Looking forward to seeing you all at PDAC 2027!

✨New Blog Post: A One-Stop Shop Conversation on Nuclear Energy in New Mexico We live in a world where convenience matters. The phrase “one-stop shop” has become part of our everyday language, meaning a place where everything we need comes together. In Albuquerque, the Coronado Center is that place. You can shop for your home, buy groceries, find clothing, meet friends for entertainment, and take care of errands—all in one place. There is comfort in knowing you can go to a single location and find what you need The Clean Energy Association of New Mexico (“CLEAN”) serves as a central hub for the nuclear energy conversation—New Mexico’s one-stop shop for education, awareness, and collaboration. CLEAN supports a strong and responsible nuclear energy industry grounded in environmentally considerate In-Situ Recovery (“ISR”), a proven uranium extraction method with a minimal environmental footprint. CLEAN’s mandate is to work in partnership with New Mexico to build sustainable economic benefits for local communities and the state, while respecting the land, water, air, and the people of New Mexico. From April 19–22, CLEAN will host its inaugural Nuclear in New Mexico Conference at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort and Spa on the Santa Ana Pueblo. This event is designed to be a true one-stop shop gathering—bringing together leaders from across the nuclear energy landscape in one place, at one time, for respectful and meaningful conversation. Industry professionals, government officials, regulators, tribal representatives, companies, community members and academic institutions will come together for an in-depth look at the evolving role of nuclear energy in the Southwest and the opportunities it presents for New Mexico’s future. New Mexico, You Belong! You Belong at the table! You Belong in the circle! This is a wonderful opportunity to learn about the full potential of New Mexico and to welcome everyone who wants to be part of the conversation. Read more of my blogs here: janetsheriff.com/blog/ #newmexico #CLEAN #blog #bloglife #nuclear #storytime #gonuclear #contentcreation #nuclearinnovation #nuclearenergy #uranium #energyindependence #insiturecovery

Watch Verdera's Executive Chair William M. Sheriff speak on his transition, the New Mexico opportunity and the near-term development agenda for Verdera Energy. 📈 See the interview here: youtube.com/watch?v=lll5It…

Thank you to Cory for having me on his podcast!

✨New Blog Post: New Mexico’s Uranium Opportunity On January 15, 2009, the world witnessed what New York’s mayor called the “Miracle on the Hudson.” US Airways Flight 1549 had barely lifted off from LaGuardia when it struck a flock of geese, destroying both engines. What followed could have been a catastrophe. Instead, Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger—drawing on more than 20,000 flight hours—made a decision few would even imagine: he turned the Hudson River into a runway. A water landing is difficult in perfect conditions, but the Hudson is a corridor of ferries, bridges, skyscrapers, and currents. Yet in the midst of chaos, Sully showed what only deep experience can produce: calm, trained, deliberate response. His landing is now considered the most successful maneuver in aviation history. Captain Sully provided calm leadership based on training and expertise, in a situation that looked to everyone on that plane, impossible. Captain Sully rose to the level of his training and experience. Calm Expertise — What New Mexico Needs Now So, what does Captain Sully’s story have to do with New Mexico? As New Mexico looks to a new future in the modern nuclear era, all of its citizens will encounter great opportunity. And with this opportunity comes great responsibility. New Mexico needs industry leaders with vast experience in fields that look impossible and unplanned from the outside. But inside their proverbial ‘cockpit’ there is calm expertise. People who have managed projects across the world, extracting uranium safely and providing cost-effective nuclear energy with care for the land, water, air and people. They may not be able to land a plane on the Hudson River, but these experts from a variety of backgrounds, know how to build projects and extract uranium through proven technologies without the use of underground mines or open pits. These people, who I like to think of as my colleagues, have the background to be those calm, proven leaders when the people witnessing can’t always see how it is being accomplished. So, what is CLEAN and why does experience and training matter? The Clean Energy Association of New Mexico (CLEAN) provides education, awareness, and innovative tools to support a strong and safe nuclear energy sector grounded in In-Situ Recovery (“ISR”), a proven uranium extraction method with a minimal environmental footprint. At its core, CLEAN’s mandate is simple but powerful: to work with New Mexico – with its people, its communities, its traditions – not just with the uranium contained beneath its soil. CLEAN is committed to partnership, transparency, cultural respect, and dialogue. Progress begins not with extraction, but with relationships. A relationship like the one we have with the New Mexico Nuclear Alliance (NMNA)—an advocacy group founded and led by New Mexicans with deep cultural, historical, and generational ties to the state, dedicated to elevating the role of nuclear energy in New Mexico’s clean energy transition. NMNA shares CLEAN’s commitment to strengthening public understanding of the vital role nuclear must play in building a prosperous, resilient, and carbon-free New Mexico. Years of work in mineral extraction, strategic planning, and community engagement have prepared me for this moment when New Mexico deserves partners with expertise and experience. A Defining Moment: The Nuclear in New Mexico Conference This is why the inaugural Nuclear in New Mexico conference, presented by CLEAN, taking place April 19–22, 2026, matters so deeply. It is not simply another industry meeting. It is a watershed moment. For the first time, Tribal Nations, local communities, researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders will gather in one place—not to react to headlines or controversy, but to respond with preparation, clarity, and respect. If New Mexico is to lead America’s nuclear era—and I believe it can—it must do so the way Captain Sully landed that plane: not by improvisation, not by fear, but by training, experience, and calm leadership. Read more of my blogs here: janetsheriff.com/blog/ #newmexico #CLEAN #blog #bloglife #nuclear #storytime #gonuclear #contentcreation #nuclearinnovation #nuclearenergy #uranium #energyindependence #insiturecovery

Industry News: Innovation in uranium mining As nuclear energy expands to meet global climate goals, uranium demand is rising rapidly while conventional mining faces environmental and supply constraints. In-Situ Recovery (ISR) offers a proven, low-impact alternative, minimising land disturbance, waste, and water risks. With strong environmental performance and scalability, ISR is positioned as the most sustainable method to secure future uranium supply. Read the full article here: neimagazine.com/analysis/innov…

🚨News Release🚨 Verdera Energy Announces Commencement of Trading on the TSX Venture Exchange 👏 Janet Lee-Sheriff, Chief Executive Officer, commented “Verdera is honored to be listed on the TSXV, the premier mining exchange. Our listing marks a milestone for Verdera and we are grateful for the support of our shareholders and our team that worked to make this step a reality.” 📈 Read the full news release here: verderauranium.com/news/ #uranium #nuclearenergy #GoNuclear #cleanenergy #energy #nuclear #nuclearpower #newmexico #insiturecovery

🔔Still haven’t registered for the Nuclear in New Mexico Conference? There’s time — and you won’t want to miss it! Join us for dynamic keynote presentations, thought-provoking panels, and engaging sessions exploring how innovation, collaboration, and policy are shaping the future of nuclear energy in New Mexico. ⚡🌱 Whether you're attending or sponsoring, this is the place where New Mexico’s clean energy future comes to life. 🔗 Learn more: nuclearinnewmexico.com #uranium #newmexico #cleanenergy #association #energy #clean

The term nuclear renaissance is no longer limited to Washington, DC elites; it has become a dinner-table term and a topic of everyday discussion. Closely tied to this renaissance is In-Situ Recovery, or “ISR” for short. In-Situ Recovery is not a new technology, in fact ISR celebrated it’s 50th anniversary in 2025. For all the advancements of ISR and the vast advantages over conventional mining many people have not heard of it. This leads to questions, misunderstandings, misconceptions and fear. In thinking about how to bring light to this much misunderstood technology, I thought what better way to address this matter than have a conversation with one of the pioneers of ISR, Dr. Dennis Eugene Stover. I was honored to have a dynamic conversation with Dr. Stover on ISR and have an opportunity to discuss what I consider the “elephant in the room” — the often-asked question: “What about my water?” JLS: When was ISR first used in the US? Dr. Stover: ISR extraction for uranium was first tried on an experimental basis in Wyoming during the early 1960s. The first commercial ISR uranium extraction was in Texas and began operating in 1975. Today, more than sixty percent (60%) of worldwide uranium production utilizes ISR. This includes operations in Australia, Kazakhstan, Russia, as well as the United States. JLS: Can you describe an ISR Wellfield operation? Dr. Stover: There’s no excavation involved. What we do is we install a series of wells. They’re typically similar or very identical to water wells that the local rancher or farmer would have for their own sources of water. The difference is that ISR wells are sealed at shallower depths so that there is absolutely no chance for fluid to move into any controlled area or unmonitored area. Any disturbance both on the surface or sub-surface is temporary and heavily bonded by regulators to ensure reclamation is completed. After extraction is complete, the groundwater is restored, the wells are sealed, and the land is returned to the original landowner. And as we see in Texas and Wyoming, they can resume the same farming activities or return to livestock grazing – all the activities they had beforehand. It’s as if we were never there. JLS: What are some of the advantages of ISR? Dr. Stover: Because uranium is recovered through wells rather than open pits or underground workings, ISR creates an inherently safer working environment with fewer physical hazards for workers. The process also results in significantly lower environmental impacts. ISR operations generate no tailings or waste rock, eliminating long-term surface disposal issues. There is no ore handling, which means no ore dust and no direct exposure to radioactive material. In addition, ISR uses substantially less water on a consumptive basis, as fluids are circulated and recovered within a closed system. Finally, ISR operations have a greatly reduced surface footprint, minimizing land disturbance and simplifying site reclamation. JLS: One of the things that we hear a lot about is the use of groundwater in the In-Situ Recovery process. Often, you’re using exempted aquifers. Is that correct? They have uranium in them so you can’t use them for drinking water. At one time I mistook that for saying ‘’you’re actually doing some form of reclamation after the ISR operation” but even when you’re done it still contains a lot of other metals that doesn’t make it useable for drinking water. Am I correct? Dr. Stover: To begin with there are Federal regulations associated with the Clean Water Act and subsequent Federal legislation that allows certain portions of aquifers to be exempt from any other standards for specific uses and that is what happens in the case of the immediate area where you have a uranium deposit that is located in the water bearing sand. The quality of that water, as you alluded to, is not suitable for drinking because it does contain naturally elevated concentrations of uranium and it may have elevated concentrations of a number of other metals. State and Federal regulations require ISR operators to restore groundwater to certain levels established by state regulatory guidelines. I am not aware of any ISR operation that has ever actually worked in a true drinking water aquifer. Apart from the high radioactivity, the water quality may be very good. However, due to this radioactivity and the associated elements (uranium radium, radon, etc) the water would not qualify as a suitable drinking water source under Federal regulations, even before the ISR operation. As the President and Director of @CleanEnergy_NM, I must be clear that I am in support of clean domestic energy as a driver of a strong economy and as a basis for the opportunity to create meaningful wealth, including local jobs and business opportunities, for all stakeholders. Our long-term goal is to create opportunities within the nuclear sector in New Mexico that are exclusively supported by ISR technology for uranium extraction. As Dr. Stover stated, the quality of the water in these aquifers are not suitable for drinking water purposes. The fact is that where there are naturally occurring uranium deposits, you will always have naturally occurring high concentrations of uranium and other radioactive elements, making the water unfit for drinking purposes. It cannot be stressed enough that this is a highly regulated industry and sector with utmost care given to minimal footprint. I like what Dr. Stover said when describing the land at the end of an ISR operation, ‘’it’s as if we were never there.” We thank Dr. Stover for this time and answering our questions. If you want to see the full interview, please view it here: youtube.com/watch?v=7FnuVV… From April 20–22, The Clean Energy Association of New Mexico (“CLEAN”) will host its inaugural Nuclear in New Mexico Conference at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort and Spa on the Santa Ana Pueblo. Dr. Stover will be a speaker at this event along with industry professionals, government officials, regulators, tribal representatives, companies, community members and academic institutions who will come together for an in-depth look at the evolving role of nuclear energy in the Southwest and the opportunities it presents for New Mexico’s future. We look forward to seeing you there, where you too can be a part of this dynamic conversation that we expect will provide answers and bring to light the issues that have been for far too long creating fear where answers are available. See you there! 🔗 janetsheriff.com/my-conversatio…

The Nuclear Energy Education Foundation (previously the enCore Energy Education Society) announces the 2026 Community Scholarship Program application portal is now open! 👏 The Nuclear Energy Education Foundation supports deserving high school students who showcase exceptional academic achievements, leadership potential, and a commitment to making a positive impact in their communities. 😊 This scholarship is for students living in proximity to uranium projects, who are attending post-secondary institutions and pursuing majors relevant to the uranium industry! ⚛️ Don't miss the deadline, submissions close April 15! Apply here: nucleareducation.org/scholarship-pr…

🚨News Release 🚨 Verdera Energy and POCML 7 Complete Filing Statement and Technical Report 👏 Subject to satisfaction of customary closing conditions, the Transaction is scheduled to close on or about February 20, 2026, with trading anticipated to resume two trading days following close. In connection with the Transaction, POCML7 intends to change its name to "Verdera Energy Corp." and continue to be listed on the TSX Venture Exchange (“TSX-V”) as a Tier 1 mining issuer under the new trading symbol "V". 📈 Read the full News Release here: verderauranium.com/news/ #uranium #nuclearenergy #GoNuclear #cleanenergy #energy #nuclear #nuclearpower #newmexico #insiturecovery #news

I’m for Nuclear and I am an Environmentalist Is this possible? Pro-nuclear and pro-environmentalist at the same time? It might be like saying, can you be a Cowboys fan and live in Houston? Of course, the two are not mutually exclusive. For decades, environmentalism and nuclear energy have been cast as enemies. But what if that narrative is outdated? Meet the next age nuclear—the big shift. This shift isn’t just theoretical or fringe; it’s mainstream, even among well-known climate champions. Bill Gates, long known for his focus on climate, has become one of the most prominent advocates for next-generation nuclear energy. Through his company TerraPower, Gates is investing billions in advanced reactor designs aimed at delivering reliable, carbon-free electricity while dramatically improving safety and reducing waste. Gates has been clear: if the goal is decarbonization, nuclear must be part of the solution. When one of the world’s most influential climate investors embraces nuclear, it signals that environmentalism and nuclear energy are no longer opposing camps—they are converging. In a February 2021 interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box with Andrew Ross Sorkin, discussing public perceptions of nuclear power safety compared with fossil fuels like coal, oil, and natural gas, Gates said, “Nuclear has actually been safer than any other source of power generation.” Read my full blog here: janetsheriff.com/im-for-nuclear… #NuclearEnergy #CleanEnergy #ClimateAction #SustainableFuture #Decarbonization #NetZero #GoNuclear #EnergyTransition #Environmentalism #Innovation #BillGates #TerraPower #Uranium #GreenTech #FutureOfEnergy

Missed the 2026 @MetalsInvtForum? Catch the recording of Chair & CEO Janet Lee-Sheriff's presentation and backstage interview with Greg McCoach here! 🎙️ Presentation: youtu.be/AM9atNajLPI Backstage Interview: youtu.be/yBLReMXqRw0 #uranium #nuclearenergy #GoNuclear #cleanenergy #energy #nuclear #nuclearpower #newmexico #insiturecovery #mif2026

Become a Gold Tier Sponsor of the Nuclear in New Mexico Conference and help power New Mexico’s clean energy future! There’s still time to secure your spot for the event and elevate your organization’s leadership and visibility in the sector. 📈 This year’s event will focus on the future of In-Situ Recovery (ISR) wellfield technology, the growing importance of nuclear development in New Mexico, and the value of cultural and educational exchange between stakeholders. ✨ 🔗 Learn more & become a sponsor: #sponsorship" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">nuclearinnewmexico.com/#sponsorship #uranium #newmexico #cleanenergy #nuclearenergy