GTSO Expands Mining Network and Resources

SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--

As Green Technology Solutions, Inc. GTSO mining subsidiary GTSO Resources continues its mineral efforts around the globe, the company announced today that it has expanded its international network by joining the Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration (SME).

SME gives members access to more than 14,000 top professionals across 85 countries to assist with education and best practices for mining executives seeking to rise in the industry. It's the ideal organization to help a young company like GTSO achieve its aggressive goals in international mining.

“SME membership will allow GTSO to learn from industry leaders how to optimize mining operations in order to increase earning potential where efficiency is vital for profitability,” said GTSO CEO Paul Watson. “We believe that these new resources at our disposal increase our odds for success.”

GTSO is currently pursuing opportunities in the mining of tungsten, lithium and other valuable metals in mineral-rich regions including Ghana, Chile and Canada. Alongside the company's joint venture partners, Diamond V Associates, GTSO is analyzing surface samples now in preparation to begin excavation at the most promising of its target sites.

In addition, the company is in talks to partner with or acquire urban mining operations in North and South America in order to capitalize on the rise of e-waste recycling services worldwide.

For more information on GTSO's current traditional and urban mining projects, please visit www.GTSOResources.com/investors.html.

GTSO is working to service a fast-growing global appetite for rare and precious metals in order to compete in an exciting sector that includes FMC Corp. FMC, North American Tungsten Corp. Ltd. NTC, Newmont Mining Corp. NEM, and Rio Tinto RIO.

About Green Technology Solutions, Inc.

Green Technology Solutions, Inc. [www.GTSOresources.com] is a growth-oriented company exploring rare earth minerals and precious metals production around the world. To learn more, please visit our website at www.GTSOresources.com/investors.html.

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