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New Energy Metals Corp. Appoints Cameron MacDonald to Board of Directors

Vancouver, BC - April 1, 2025 - New Energy Metals Corp. (TSXV: ENRG) (OTCQB: NRGYF) ("New Energy" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Cameron MacDonald to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.

Mr. MacDonald brings over 18 years of capital markets and public company experience, with a proven track record in corporate finance, M&A, and operational leadership. As the founder and CEO of the Macam Group of Companies, he has played a pivotal role in raising more than $300 million in equity and over $650 million in debt financings for early-stage ventures across various sectors.

Mr. MacDonald is currently the President and CEO of Tenth Avenue Petroleum Corp. (TSXV: TPC), Chairman of Aurwest Resources Corp. (CSE: AWR), and a Director of Copper Quest Exploration (CSE: CQX) and Pacific Bay Minerals Ltd. (TSXV: PBM). He also serves as an investor and board member for several private and public enterprises. Since 2002, he has been actively involved in investing in and scaling startup companies.

"We are pleased to welcome Cameron to our Board of Directors," said Kenneth Kaczkowski, CEO. "His extensive experience in capital markets, corporate development and resource sector operations will bring significant value as we advance our copper exploration strategy and build shareholder value ."

The Company believes Mr. MacDonald's broad network and financial acumen will provide valuable insight and oversight as New Energy strengthens its position in the resource sector.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS,

NEW ENERGY METALS CORP.

Kenneth Kaczkowski

CEO

www.new-enrg.com

About New Energy Metals Corp.

New Energy Metals Corp. is a Canadian-based resource company listed on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol "ENRG". The Company has an option to purchase a 100% interest in the Troitsa Copper property covering approximately 7,000 hectares located in the Omineca Mining Division of British Columbia.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

This news release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements or information are based on current expectations, estimates and projections that involve a number of risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated by New Energy. The forward-looking statements or information contained in this news release are made as of the date hereof and the Company does not undertake any obligation to update publicly or revise any forward-looking statements or information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, unless so required by applicable securities laws.